“Dropoff or collection program” means any person, association, nonprofit corporation, church, club, or other organization certified by the department, and that accepts or collects empty beverage containers from consumers with the intention to recycle them, or any waste reduction facility that separates beverage containers from the waste stream with the intent to recycle them. “Dropoff or collection program” does not include a certified recycling center or curbside program.
Source:
Section 14511.7, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PRC§ionNum=14511.7..