Cal. Food & Agric. Code § 34564
An “unauthorized person” with respect to possession of containers (including milk cases), cabinets, or other dairy equipment marked with a brand that is registered pursuant to this chapter includes any person in possession of this equipment except the following:
(c) A person who, with the consent of the brand registrant or any other authorized person, has temporary possession of branded containers (including milk cases) as a result of the purchase of milk or milk products packaged and transported in the containers.
As to any containers (including milk cases), cabinets, or other dairy equipment marked with a brand registered pursuant to this chapter, the following acts are punishable under the provisions of Chapter 12.6 (commencing with Section 565) of Title 13 of Part 1 of the Penal Code: