Person or entity registration application procedures.
San José Municipal Code § 16.50.060
in effect16.50.060 - Person or entity registration application procedures.
A. Any person or entity that desires to conduct or assist in the conduct of a nonprofit organization fundraiser for or on behalf of an Eligible Nonprofit Organization shall apply for a person or entity registration at least fourteen (14) Business Days prior to the day the fundraiser is to be held.
B. The person or entity, if a natural person, or if not, by a natural person authorized to sign on behalf of and legally bind such person or entity, shall:
1. Complete an application provided by the Administrator which shall include a signed permission authorizing the Administrator or his or her authorized representative immediate access to enter upon and inspect the premises upon which the nonprofit organization fundraiser is to be held and any equipment and supplies to be used in the playing of Controlled Games at the fundraiser, and to inspect and copy any records or documents required to be maintained under this Title or State Gambling Law;
2. Provide proof of current, valid state registration if such registration is required pursuant to State Gambling Law;
3. Provide any other information, records, or documentation that the Administrator may require to assure compliance with the requirements of State Gambling Law and this Title; and
4. Certify the contents of the application under penalty of perjury.
C. A registration fee or renewal fee as set forth in the Schedule of Fees established by Resolution of the City Council shall be paid together with the registration application.
D. A registration application shall be deemed incomplete and shall not be acted upon by the Administrator if:
1. The application form submitted by the applicant is incomplete;
2. The person or entity does not have a current, valid registration with the California Department of Justice if such registration is required pursuant to State Gambling Law;
3. The registration fee or renewal fee has not been paid; or
4. The person or entity has refused, failed or neglected to provide such other information as the Administrator may require.
E. Registration shall be valid for a period of one (1) year from the date of issuance.
F. Registration is subject to annual renewal.
(Ords. 28517, 30616.)
Source: City of San José, Municipal Code (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ca/san_jose/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT16GACO_CH16.50NOORFU_16.50.060PEENREAPPRFetched: 11/1/2026