Does a mistake about Ace having unspecified permits disprove any elements of the test required for possession of marijuana for sale?

" 'Unlawful possession of a controlled substance for sale requires proof the defendant possessed the contraband with the intent of selling it and with knowledge of both its presence and illegal character. [Citation.]' " (People v. Harris (2000) 83 Cal.App.4th 371, 374.) Defendants do not argue let alone show that their mistake about Ace having unspecified permits disproved any of these elements. Instead, defendants note that section 11362.775 provides a defense to possession of marijuana for sale in

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