(A) It is unlawful for any person to engage in any business in the city without first obtaining a business license, and paying the license tax therefor, in the time and manner set forth in this chapter.
(B) This section shall not be construed to require any person to obtain a business license or pay a license tax prior to doing business within the city if the requirement conflicts with the Constitution or applicable statutes of the United States or of the state.
(C) Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, a violation of this section shall be deemed to be an infraction.
('83 Code, § 5.04.030) Penalty, see § 10.99
Statutory reference:
Authority to license businesses, see Cal. Gov't Code § 37101 and Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code §§ 16000 et seq.