Section 5110.5 Of Article 1. General Provisions And Definitions From California Public Utilities Code >> Division 2. >> Chapter 7. >> Article 1.

. With respect to a motor vehicle used in the transportation of property for compensation by a household goods carrier, "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.