California
Fast Facts
The allure of the
Golden State must be powerful. Abundant resource, some of the nation's
most agreeable weather and a stunningly varied landscape go a long way
toward explaining the attraction. Studying in California is very lucky.Enjoy
the nature, enjoy the sunshine, and enjoy the Golden State.
· Population:
32,268,300
· Area: 158,693 square miles; ranks 3rd
· Capital: Sacramento
· Highest Point: 14,494 ft., Mount Whitney
· Lowest Point: -282 ft., Death Valley
· Minimum Age For Drivers: 16 with drivers' training, 18 without
· Seat Belt/Child Restraint Laws:
Safety belt required for driver and all passengers; child restraints
required for children under age 4 (regardless of weight) or under 40
pounds (regardless of age)
· Helmets For Motorcyclists: Required
· Radar Detectors: Permitted
· Firearms Laws:
Vary by State and/or county. Contact Department of Justice, Firearms
Program.
P.O. BOX 820200, SACRAMENTO, CA 94203-0200
Phone (916) 227-3703
· Holidays
Jan. 1
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Jan. (3rd Mon.)
Lincoln's Birthday, Feb. 12
Washington's Birthday, Feb. (3rd Mon.)
Easter
Memorial Day, May (Last Mon.)
July 4
Labor Day, Sept. (1st Mon.)
Admission Day, Sept 9
Columbus Day, Oct. (2nd Mon.)
Veterans Day, Nov. 11
Thanksgiving, Nov. (Last Thurs.)
Christmas, Dec. 25
· Taxes
California's statewide sales tax is 7 percent; an additional district
tax of 0.25 to 1.25 percent may be imposed in various counties. A transient
occupancy tax may be imposed in various counties and cities.
· State Information
Centers
California Welcome Centers are in Arcata at jct. US 101 and SR 299,
in Rohnert Park off US 101 Golf Course Rd. exit, in San Francisco at
Pier 39, in Los Angeles at Beverly and La Cienega Blvd., in Oceanside
off I-5 Coast Highway exit, in Yucca Valley on SR 62 and in Anderson
off I-5 Deschutes Rd. exit.
