Section 214.5 Of Chapter 1. General Provisions And Definitions From California Public Utilities Code >> Division 1. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 1.

. With respect to a motor vehicle used in the transportation of passengers for compensation by a passenger stage corporation, "owner" means the corporation or person who is registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles as the owner of the vehicle, or who has a legal right to possession of the vehicle pursuant to a lease or rental agreement.