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Food and Agricultural Code

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A person may not alter a record or document filed in a commissioner’s office under this code unless the commissioner or an authorized deputy approves it. The department may establish and maintain tuberculosis control areas within this state. When the department establishes a tuberculosis control area, the affected industry must be notified. The State Veterinarian may authorize testing of cattle in a tuberculosis control area to identify animals affected with tuberculosis. Owners of cattle in a tuberculosis control area must, when the department asks, provide facilities and help for tuberculosis testing.

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  1. 20467.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The board must assist the director and the Chief of the Bureau of Livestock Identification in administering and enforcing certain cattle-protection provisions, and it must make recommendations to the director.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20467. The board shall assist the director and the Chief of the Bureau of Livestock Identification in the administration and enforcement of Part 1 (commencing with Section 16301) and Part 2 (commencing with Section 17401) of Division 9, Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 18351) and Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 18501) of Part 3 of Division 9, Division 10 (commencing with Section 20001), and Division 11 (commencing with Section 23001). The board shall make recommendations to the director concerning such administration and enforcement. Any such recommendation shall be made effective upon approval of the director, including recommendations under subdivisions (a), (b), (c), and (d) of Section 20469. (Amended by Stats. 1970, Ch. 967.)
  2. 20468.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Board members must confer with specified livestock-related officials and groups about matters involved in administering the Bureau of Livestock Identification’s enforcement functions.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20468. The members of the board shall confer with all of the following regarding matters which are involved in the administration of the enforcement functions of the Bureau of Livestock Identification: (a) The director and the Chief of the Bureau of Livestock Identification. (b) Livestock producers and marketers. (c) Farm and livestock organizations. (d) Other cooperating agencies. (Amended by Stats. 1969, Ch. 730.)
  3. 20469.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The board must make recommendations to the director and the Chief of the Bureau of Livestock Identification on specified enforcement, procedures, theft prevention, budgeting, and legislation topics.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20469. The board shall make recommendations to the director and to the Chief of the Bureau of Livestock Identification relative to all of the following: (a) Improvements and changes in the administration and enforcement of the hide and brand laws and regulations which are adopted pursuant to such laws. (b) Procedures which are followed by the Bureau of Livestock Identification. (c) Curbing of livestock thefts. (d) The annual budget for the Bureau of Livestock Identification. (e) Legislation which is designed to improve the functioning of the bureau. (Amended by Stats. 1970, Ch. 967.)
  4. 20470.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The board must meet when called by its chairperson and must meet at least twice each calendar year.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20470. The board shall meet at the call of its chairperson. It shall meet at least twice in every calendar year. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 200, Sec. 1. (AB 2483) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  5. 20471.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The board must hold its meetings in the department’s offices at Sacramento, or elsewhere in the state when needed to properly perform its duties.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Enforcement [20401 - 20471] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Livestock Identification Advisory Board [20461 - 20471] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20471. The meetings of the board shall be held in the offices of the department at Sacramento, or elsewhere within the state, if necessary for the proper performance of its duties. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  6. 20601.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    This section states that the division’s purpose is to provide for statewide recordation of brands, with the whole state treated as one branding district.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20601. It is the ultimate object of this division to provide for statewide recordation of brands with the entire state as one branding district. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  7. 20602.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Brands made to show ownership of cattle may be recorded under this chapter; brands used for other purposes may not be recorded.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20602. Brands for the purpose of establishing or indicating ownership of cattle may be recorded pursuant to this chapter. Brands for other purposes shall not be recorded. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  8. 20603.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The chief must make regulations setting where different types of brands may be placed on an animal.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20603. The chief shall, by regulation, prescribe the location on the animal where different types of brands, including recorded brands and cattle record brands, may be applied. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  9. 20604.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person must not brand any animal unless the branding complies with this chapter.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20604. It is unlawful for any person to brand any animal except in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  10. 20605.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person may not use an unrecorded, forfeited, or canceled brand.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20605. It is unlawful for any person to use an unrecorded, forfeited, or canceled brand. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  11. 20606.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person must not apply a recorded brand anywhere on an animal except at the location shown on the brand registration certificate.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20606. It is unlawful for any person to apply a recorded brand in any location on the animal except that which is specified on the brand registration certificate. The use of a brand on any location except that which is specified on the brand registration certificate is the same as the use of an unrecorded brand. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  12. 20607.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person must not use a cattle brand that indicates ownership unless the cattle are theirs or the owner has authorized it, and the brand is recorded in the owner’s name and filed with the Bureau of Livestock Identification.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20607. It is unlawful for any person to use a brand on cattle indicating ownership unless the cattle are owned by him or he has been authorized by the owner of the cattle and the brand is recorded under the owner’s name and is on file with the Bureau of Livestock Identification. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  13. 20608.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Proof that a person possessed or owned cattle with an unrecorded, forfeited, or canceled brand creates a rebuttable presumption that the person branded the cattle with that brand.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20608. Proof of possession or ownership of cattle with an unrecorded, forfeited, or canceled brand establishes a rebuttable presumption that the person in possession or the owner of the cattle has branded them with such brand. This presumption is a presumption affecting the burden of proof. (Amended by Stats. 1967, Ch. 262.)
  14. 20609.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    In disputes over animal title, proof of the animal’s brand creates a rebuttable presumption that the brand owner owned the animal while the brand was duly recorded.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20609. In every suit at law or in equity, if the title to any animal is involved, proof of the brand of the animal establishes a rebuttable presumption that the owner of the brand was the owner of the animal at all times during which the brand was duly recorded as provided in this code. This presumption is a presumption affecting the burden of proof. The right of any person to use such brand may be established by a certified copy of the brand records on file in the bureau. (Amended by Stats. 1967, Ch. 262.)
  15. 20610.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Owners of qualifying out-of-state cattle may apply to the director for a permit to brand them with another state’s brand, and the director may issue the permit only if the listed conditions are met.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [20601 - 20610] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20610. (a) The owner of cattle brought into this state from out of state for grazing purposes may apply to the director for a permit to allow the branding of the cattle with a brand recorded in another state. The director may issue a permit for this purpose under all of the following conditions: (1) The owner of an identical brand recorded for use in this state has been notified and has given written consent for the use of the brand. (2) The brand is limited to use on suckling calves which are accompanied by their mothers bearing the same brand. (3) The herd is inspected by the bureau prior to branding. (b) The director may charge a fee for inspection as provided in Article 9 (commencing with Section 21281) of Chapter 6, including a time and mileage charge, to cover the cost of providing the inspection. (c) The director may establish and charge a fee to cover the cost of issuing the permit authorized by this section. The fee for the permit shall not exceed one hundred dollars ($100). (d) This section is applicable only to those cattle brought into this state from a state which has implemented a reciprocal program for cattle from this state. (Added by Stats. 1989, Ch. 130, Sec. 1.)
  16. 20631.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Venting Brand Requirements [20631 - 20633] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    This section defines venting a brand as rebranding a branded animal by the animal’s owner to void the prior brand.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Venting Brand Requirements [20631 - 20633] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20631. Venting a brand consists of rebranding a branded animal, by the owner of the animal, for the purpose of voiding his prior brand. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  17. 20632.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Venting Brand Requirements [20631 - 20633] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A vent brand may be applied on the loin of an animal if it matches the side of the owner’s registered brand.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Venting Brand Requirements [20631 - 20633] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20632. A vent brand may be applied on the loin of an animal which corresponds to the side the owner’s registered brand. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  18. 20633.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Venting Brand Requirements [20631 - 20633] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Only the owner’s recorded brand may be used as a vent.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Venting Brand Requirements [20631 - 20633] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20633. Only the owner’s recorded brand may be used as a vent. Recordings shall not be issued which allow the use of any other brand as a vent. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  19. 20661.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person who wants to use a brand in the state may acquire that right under this chapter, and the bureau must provide application forms on request.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20661. Any person that desires to use a brand in this state may acquire the right to do so pursuant to this chapter. Application forms for this purpose shall be furnished by the bureau upon request. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  20. 20662.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The chief must accept brand-recordation applications only if the proposed brand design meets the listed requirements.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20662. To conform to the objective of this chapter, all applications for the recordation of a brand shall be accepted by the chief only if the proposed brand design fulfills the following requirements: (a) Is not in conflict with any other recorded brand in this state. (b) Is capable of producing a like design when burned into the hide of an animal. (c) Is capable of readily symbolizing the intended design to any person who views it. (d) Lends itself to common verbal description. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 930.)
  21. 20663.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An application to record a brand must be filed with the bureau.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20663. An application for the recordation of a brand shall be filed with the bureau. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  22. 20664.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A brand recording application must include the required brand details, the brand’s location on the animal, the applicant’s name and address, and a parent or guardian signature if the applicant is under 18.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20664. The application shall contain all of the following: (a) A facsimile of the brand which is sought to be recorded. (b) A statement of the location on the animal where the brand is to be applied. (c) The name and address of the applicant. (d) The signature of a parent or guardian if the applicant is under 18 years of age. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1748.)
  23. 20665.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A mark may be recorded only together with a brand, and if a mark is being recorded with a brand, the application must include a diagram showing how the mark is made.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20665. A mark may be recorded only with a brand. If a mark is sought to be recorded with a brand, the application shall also contain a diagram which shows the manner of marking. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  24. 20666.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    When an application is received, the bureau must examine it and compare the proposed design with brands already on record.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20666. Upon receipt of an application, the bureau shall examine the application and compare the design applied for with brands that are already of record. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  25. 20667.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An application for brand recordation must not be accepted if the brand consists only of a mark.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20667. An application shall not be accepted for the recordation of a brand which consists only of a mark. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  26. 20668.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An application for brand recordation must not be accepted if the brand would be applied to either jaw, the face, the nose, either loin, or the breeching of an animal.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20668. An application shall not be accepted for the recordation of a brand if the brand is to be applied to any of the following: (a) Either jaw. (b) The face. (c) The nose. (d) Either loin. (e) The breeching of an animal. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  27. 20669.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An application for recording a brand must not be accepted if the related mark involves cutting off more than one-half of an ear.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20669. An application shall not be accepted for the recordation of a brand which is accompanied by a mark if the use of the mark involves cutting off more than one-half of an ear. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  28. 20670.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An application to record a brand will not be accepted unless the brand-recordation fee is paid.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20670. An application shall not be accepted for the recordation of a brand except upon the payment of the fee for the recordation of the brand. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  29. 20671.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If an application cannot be accepted because it does not meet the chapter’s requirements, the applicant must be sent a statement explaining why.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20671. If the application does not conform to the requirements of, or cannot be accepted pursuant to, this chapter, a statement of the reason why it cannot be accepted shall be transmitted to the applicant. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  30. 20672.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An aggrieved person may appeal a determination to the Livestock Identification Advisory Board, and the board may hear the person’s views if requested in writing. The director’s decision is final.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Applications [20661 - 20672] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20672. Any person who is aggrieved at any determination made pursuant to Section 20662 may appeal in person to the Livestock Identification Advisory Board. Upon receipt of a written request from the person appealing the decision, such person shall be permitted to present his views to the board. The board may recommend to the director to affirm, reverse, or modify the determination. The decision of the director shall be final. (Added by Stats. 1971, Ch. 930.)
  31. 20691.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The bureau must keep a record of all recorded brands, except forfeited or canceled brands subject to Section 20701.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20691. The bureau shall maintain a record of all brands that are recorded, except forfeited or canceled brands which are subject to Section 20701. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  32. 20692.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    On request to the bureau, information about any recorded brand must be provided.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20692. Any person, upon request to the bureau, shall be furnished information as to any recorded brand. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  33. 20693.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A brand cannot be recorded if its letters or characters are applied in more than one branding location on the animal.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20693. A brand shall not be recorded if it consists of any letters or characters which are applied in more than one branding location on the animal. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  34. 20694.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A brand cannot be recorded for someone under 18 unless the application is countersigned by a parent or guardian.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20694. A brand shall not be recorded for any person under 18 years of age unless the application is countersigned by his parent or guardian. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1748.)
  35. 20695.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A brand is recorded by entering the application details and recordation date in the brand records, and by the bureau issuing a cattle brand registration certificate.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20695. Recordation of a brand consists of entering in the brand records the matters which are contained in the application, together with the date of recordation, and the execution by the bureau of a cattle brand registration certificate. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  36. 20696.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The bureau must keep the original cattle brand registration certificate on file and issue a duplicate certificate to the person named in the brand record.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20696. The original cattle brand registration certificate shall be kept on file in the bureau. A duplicate certificate shall be issued to the person in whose name the brand is recorded. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  37. 20697.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A cattle brand registration certificate gives the holder the right to use the brand, and in some cases the same brand on certain livestock, until that right is forfeited or the brand record is canceled.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20697. The issuance to a person of a cattle brand registration certificate confers upon the person to whom it is issued both of the following: (a) The right to use the brand until the right to use it is forfeited or the record of the brand is canceled pursuant to this chapter. (b) The right to use the same brand on the same location on horses, mules, burros, sheep, and swine if not in conflict with a previously recorded brand. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  38. 20698.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The right to use a brand is treated as property and may be sold or otherwise transferred.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20698. The right to use a brand is a property right and may be sold or otherwise transferred. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  39. 20699.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A transferee of a brand cannot use the brand until the transfer is recorded by the bureau.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20699. A transferee of a brand shall not use the brand until the transfer has been recorded by the bureau. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  40. 20700.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A brand record may be canceled at any time if the person in whose name it is recorded submits a written request.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20700. The record of any brand may be canceled at any time upon the written request of the person in whose name it is recorded. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  41. 20701.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Records of brands forfeited or canceled for more than five years may be removed from the files and destroyed.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recordation [20691 - 20701] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20701. The records of brands which have been forfeited or canceled for more than five years may be removed from the files and destroyed. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  42. 20721.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The right to use a recorded brand is lost if the required fees are not paid.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20721. The right to use a recorded brand is lost by the failure to pay the fees which are required by Article 6 (commencing with Section 20751) of this chapter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  43. 20722.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If the required brand renewal fee is not paid by the stated April 30 deadline, the right to use the brand is suspended by operation of law on April 1 of that year.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20722. If the renewal fee that is required by Article 6 (commencing with Section 20751) is not paid by April 30th following the recordation of the brand, or by April 30th of the year that follows the last year for which the renewal fee has been paid, the right to use the brand is suspended by operation of law as of April 1st of that year. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 680, Sec. 24. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  44. 20723.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If a brand-use right is suspended for more than one year, it is forfeited on April 1 of the following year.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20723. If the right to use a brand is suspended for more than one year, the right is forfeited on April 1st following the year of suspension. The brand, thereafter, may be rerecorded by the former owner or it may be applied for by any other person pursuant to this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 680, Sec. 25. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  45. 20724.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A right to use a brand that conflicts with a brand having a prior cattle brand registration certificate number is forfeited, and recordations are made statewide.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20724. The right to use any brand which conflicts with any brand which has a prior cattle brand registration certificate number pursuant to this chapter is forfeited. All recordations shall be on a statewide basis. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  46. 20725.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person convicted of Penal Code Section 487a may not register or partly or fully own a brand for five years after conviction, and the secretary must terminate brand registrations once notified of the conviction.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Forfeiture [20721 - 20725] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20725. (a) Any person convicted of Section 487a of the Penal Code shall be prohibited from registering or owning, in whole or in part, a brand for a period of five years following the date of the conviction. (b) Upon being notified of the conviction, the secretary shall terminate the registration of any brand registered to a person convicted of Section 487a of the Penal Code. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 129, Sec. 1. (AB 1722) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  47. 20751.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Each application to record a brand costs $70.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20751. The fee for each application for recording a brand is seventy dollars ($70). (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 406, Sec. 1. (AB 732) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  48. 20752.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The fee gives the applicant brand recordation, one duplicate brand registration certificate, and use of the brand until the following April 1st.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20752. The fee entitles the applicant to the recordation of one brand, one duplicate brand registration certificate, and the right to use the brand until the following April 1st. The fee for each additional duplicate is ten dollars ($10). (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 267, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  49. 20754.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A brand owner must pay the bureau a $70 biennial renewal fee by April 30 after recordation, unless Section 20755 provides otherwise.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20754. Except as otherwise provided in Section 20755, the owner of a brand shall, on or before April 30 after its recordation, pay to the bureau a biennial period renewal fee of seventy dollars ($70) for the right to continue to use the brand. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 406, Sec. 2. (AB 732) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  50. 20755.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A recorded brand owner may prepay fees to the bureau by April 30 to secure use of the brand for 2 to 10 years.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20755. The owner of a recorded brand may, on or before April 30 of any year, pay in advance to the bureau a sum that is a multiple of seventy dollars ($70). The payment entitles him or her to use the brand for a minimum of two years, but not to exceed 10 years, at the rate of thirty-five dollars ($35) per year on and after April 1 of that year. If the advance payment is made, biennial renewals for the years within the period for which advance payment has been made are not required. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 406, Sec. 3. (AB 732) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  51. 20756.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If use of a brand is suspended for nonpayment of the renewal fee, the right may be reinstated within one year after suspension if the renewal fee and a $25 penalty fee are paid.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20756. If the right to use a brand is suspended for failure to pay the renewal fee, it may be reinstated within one year from the date of suspension upon the payment of the biennial renewal fee of seventy dollars ($70) plus a twenty-five dollar ($25) penalty fee. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 406, Sec. 4. (AB 732) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  52. 20757.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Rerecording a forfeited or canceled brand costs $140, and that fee must accompany the application unless a reduced $70 fee applies after a Section 20222 penalty has been paid and the application is received within 30 days.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20757. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), the fee for rerecording a forfeited or canceled brand shall be one hundred forty dollars ($140). This amount shall accompany the application to rerecord. (b) When a penalty has been paid pursuant to Section 20222, within 30 days of the date the application to rerecord is received by the secretary, the fee to rerecord shall be seventy dollars ($70). (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 406, Sec. 5. (AB 732) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  53. 20758.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The fee to record a brand transfer, including a new certificate, is $70.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20758. The fee for recording the transfer of a brand, including a new certificate, is seventy dollars ($70). (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 406, Sec. 6. (AB 732) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  54. 20759.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If an applicant does not submit required information or documents within 60 days, the application lapses. The applicant is not entitled to the brand recording, re-recording, or transfer recording until a new application and another fee are submitted.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20759. If the applicant fails to submit within 60 days of the date of receipt by the department of application for recording or re-recording a brand, or for recording the transfer of a brand, any information or document which is required by this chapter, the application lapses. The applicant is not entitled to the recording or re-recording of the brand, or the recording of the transfer of the brand, unless and until he submits a new application and another fee for it. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  55. 20760.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may raise or lower the fees or penalties in this article, but only under the stated conditions and with the Livestock Identification Advisory Board’s involvement.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Fees and Penalties [20751 - 20760] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20760. The fees or penalties prescribed in this article may be raised or lowered under one of the following conditions: (a) Lowered by the director, based upon a finding and recommendation of the Livestock Identification Advisory Board, whenever they determine that the cost of administering and enforcing the provisions of this division may be maintained with a lower fee. (b) Increased by an amount not to exceed 20 percent of the statutory fee, by the director upon the recommendation of the Livestock Identification Advisory Board whenever the board determines that the costs of administering and enforcing the provisions of this division require a greater fee. The advisory board shall approve any increase in fees by a two-thirds vote of its entire membership. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 635, Sec. 1.)
  56. 20791.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If recorded brands seem too similar or conflicting, the chief may investigate and hold a hearing; if an owner requests it, the chief must do so.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20791. If the brand records on file with the bureau disclose that two or more brands have been recorded which appear to be so similar as to be misleading or conflicting, the chief may, and upon request of the owner of one of such brands he shall, cause an investigation to be made and a hearing held upon the matter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  57. 20792.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Notice of the hearing must be given to each interested person at least 10 days before the hearing.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20792. Notice of the hearing shall be given to each interested person at least 10 days prior to the hearing. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  58. 20793.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    At the hearing, the chief must first decide whether the brands are too similar to be misleading or conflicting, and must dismiss the proceedings for any brands found not to be that similar.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20793. At the hearing, the chief shall first determine if the brands are so similar as to be misleading or conflicting. The chief shall dismiss the proceedings as to any brands which he finds are not so similar as to be misleading or conflicting. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  59. 20794.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If recorded brands are too similar and misleading or conflicting, the chief must determine which brand has been on record the longest; that brand’s owner may keep using it, and the conflicting brand is canceled.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20794. If, at the hearing, the chief finds that two or more brands have been recorded which are so similar as to be misleading or conflicting, he shall determine which of the conflicting brands has been of record for the longest consecutive period of time. The owner of such brand has the right to continue to use his brand. The conflicting brand shall be canceled. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  60. 20795.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An owner of a recorded brand may ask the chief to investigate if other cattle bear a similar brand that could be misleading or conflicting.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20795. The owner of a recorded brand may request the chief to make an investigation if there are cattle other than his own which bear a brand so similar to such owner’s brand as to be misleading or conflicting. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  61. 20796.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    After an investigation, the chief may require certain cattle to be branded with another brand if the chief finds sufficient cause.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20796. If, after the investigation, the chief finds sufficient cause for such action, he may require that the cattle, other than those of the owner of the brand which is recorded, be branded with some other brand which is approved by the chief and recorded pursuant to this chapter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  62. 20797.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person who loses the right to use a brand because of the chief’s determination may appeal to the secretary within 15 days.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Brands and Brand Records Generally [20601 - 20797] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Similar Brands [20791 - 20797] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20797. Any person who loses his or her right to use a brand as a result of the determination of the chief pursuant to this article may appeal to the secretary within 15 days. The secretary may affirm, reverse, or modify the determination of the chief. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 83, Sec. 60. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  63. 20901.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle may be branded under this chapter, despite anything else in the division.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20901. Notwithstanding any other provision of this division, cattle may be branded pursuant to this chapter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  64. 20902.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A cattle record brand may be used only to identify cattle, and it is not proof of ownership.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20902. A cattle record brand shall be used only for purposes of identification. It is not evidence of ownership. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  65. 20903.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A cattle record brand may not be recorded.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20903. A cattle record brand shall not be recorded. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  66. 20904.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A cattle record brand may be placed on either loin, in front of the hip and behind the ribs.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20904. A cattle record brand may be placed upon either loin in front of the hip and behind the ribs of the animal. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 653, Sec. 13. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  67. 20905.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A cattle record brand for certain dairy cattle breeds may be placed on the right hip instead of the loin.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20905. A cattle record brand for dairy cattle of the Holstein, Jersey, Guernsey, Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Dutch Belted, and Milking Shorthorn breeds may be placed upon the right hip rather than upon the loin. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  68. 20906.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    This section says what counts as a cattle record brand, depending on where it is placed on the animal.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Cattle Record Brands [20901 - 20906] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 20906. A cattle record brand consists of: (a) Consecutive numerals, letters, or a combination of numerals or letters if placed upon the loin of an animal. (b) At least three consecutive numerals that constitute a number greater than 200 if placed upon the right hip of an animal. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 653, Sec. 14. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  69. 21.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEFINITIONS ( General Provisions enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Unless the context says otherwise, singular words include the plural and plural words include the singular.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEFINITIONS ( General Provisions enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21. Unless the context otherwise requires, the singular number includes the plural, and the plural the singular. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  70. 2101.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director must examine people who want to become commissioners or deputy commissioners, may adopt rules for the exams, and may charge each candidate a fee for the exam cost. Successful candidates must be given a license valid for five years unless revoked.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2101. (a) The director shall examine persons who desire to become commissioners or deputy commissioners. He or she may adopt regulations which govern the examinations. Successful candidates shall be given a license which shall be valid for five years unless revoked. (b) The director may charge each candidate a fee to cover the actual cost of providing the license examination. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 734, Sec. 6. Effective September 18, 1987.)
  71. 2102.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director must review applicants’ qualifications for county agricultural inspector and issue licenses to successful candidates. The director may also charge each candidate a fee that covers the actual cost of the license examination.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2102. (a) The director shall pass upon the qualifications of persons who desire to become county agricultural inspectors and shall issue licenses to successful candidates. (b) The director may charge each candidate a fee to cover the actual cost of providing the license examination. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. Effective September 18, 1987.)
  72. 2103.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director must issue a license to a person who shows proof of passing the exam, but only in counties whose charter provides for civil service examination of county agricultural inspectors.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2103. The director shall issue a license, for any county which has a charter that provides for civil service examination of county agricultural inspectors, to any person who presents a certificate which shows that the person has passed the examination. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 734, Sec. 8. Effective September 18, 1987.)
  73. 2104.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A commissioner, deputy commissioner, or county agricultural inspector does not have to live in the county for which they may be chosen.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2104. A commissioner, deputy commissioner, or county agricultural inspector need not be a resident of the county for which he may be chosen. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  74. 2105.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Before starting duties, the commissioner must file the usual oath and an official bond, unless covered by a master bond.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2105. Prior to entering upon his duties, the commissioner shall file the usual oath, and he shall be required to file an official bond in an amount determined by the board of supervisors, unless he is covered by a master bond pursuant to Section 1481 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 112.)
  75. 21051.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle must be inspected before certain sales, transfers, movements, entries, releases, and slaughter, unless the chapter provides אחרת.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21051. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, cattle shall be inspected as follows: (a) Whenever cattle are sold or ownership is transferred. (b) Prior to movement out of any designated modified point-of-origin inspection area, for purposes other than sale or slaughter and no change of ownership is involved, as provided in Section 21111. (c) Prior to movement out of the state. (d) Upon entry into a registered feedlot. (e) Prior to slaughter. (f) Prior to release or sale from a public stockyard, public saleyard, or public or private cattle sales market. (g) Prior to release from a posted stockyard or posted saleyard. (h) Prior to transportation out of a full point-of-origin area, as provided in Section 21141. (i) Prior to transportation or movement from premises designated as quarantine, restriction, or isolated areas pursuant to Section 9565. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 182, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  76. 21051.3.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person who moves or transports an animal without the required inspection is liable for a civil penalty, and the director must calculate and demand payment within 30 days after finding a violation.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21051.3. (a) Any person who moves or transports any animal without inspection, as required by this chapter, is liable to the director for a civil penalty in the amount of the expenses incurred by the director to investigate and prosecute the violation and, if the violation involved the unlawful taking of animals, the expenses incurred by the director to recover and return the animal or animals to their owner. (b) If the director finds that a violation of subdivision (a) has occurred, he or she shall calculate the amount of the civil penalty and make demand for payment within 30 days thereof. The respondent may deny liability in whole or in part, in which case the director shall set the matter for hearing before a hearing officer of the department or, at the director’s discretion, pursuant to Section 11502 of the Government Code. The hearing procedure under this subdivision shall be conducted pursuant to Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (c) The respondent may petition for judicial review of the director’s determination to assess a civil penalty pursuant to Section 1094.5 of the Code of Civil Procedure by filing an action within 30 days of the date of service of the director’s decision. (d) The civil penalty in this section is in addition to any other civil or criminal penalties provided by law. (e) Any funds collected pursuant to this section shall be paid into the Department of Food and Agriculture Fund. (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 644, Sec. 1.)
  77. 21051.4.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may levy a civil penalty of up to $100 per violation for violations of this chapter.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21051.4. (a) In addition to any other penalty provided by this chapter, the director may levy a civil penalty against any person who violates this chapter of an amount not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100) for each violation. (b) Before a civil penalty is levied, the person who is charged with a violation shall be provided a notice of the violation, shall have an opportunity to be heard, and shall have the right to review the evidence and to present evidence on his or her behalf. (c) The decision of the director may be reviewed pursuant to Section 1094.5 of the Code of Civil Procedure. (d) The director shall deposit the funds collected pursuant to this section in the Department of Food and Agriculture Fund for expenditure as authorized by this division. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 361, Sec. 2. Effective August 30, 1991.)
  78. 21051.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If brand inspection is not otherwise required under Section 21051, a person may request brand inspection of cattle, and the person must pay a director-set time and mileage charge equal to the inspection cost.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21051.5. When brand inspection is not required under Section 21051, any person, upon his request, shall receive brand inspection of cattle. Any such person who requests the inspection shall pay to the director a time and mileage charge established by the director to equal the cost of providing such an inspection. Nothing in this section shall exempt any person from any other inspection requirements for the same cattle at any later time under Section 21051, nor shall such a person be exempt from any statutory inspection fees provided for by this division. (Added by Stats. 1975, Ch. 375.)
  79. 21051.6.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person convicted of Penal Code Section 487a must have cattle in their ownership or care inspected for five years after conviction before moving, transporting, or changing ownership, and must pay a fee set by the secretary.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21051.6. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, for five years following the date of conviction, a person convicted of Section 487a of the Penal Code shall submit to an inspection for any cattle in his or her ownership or care prior to any movement, transportation, or change in ownership. (b) A person required to submit to an inspection pursuant to this section shall pay to the secretary a fee, as established by the secretary, for the costs incurred, including the cost of time and mileage, in performing the inspection. (c) A person required to submit to an inspection who violates a provision of this section shall be charged a civil penalty by the secretary of one thousand dollars ($1,000) per animal required to be inspected. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 129, Sec. 2. (AB 1722) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  80. 21052.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    People who own or have custody of cattle must not move, slaughter, release, sell, or receive the cattle at a registered feedlot unless the required inspection has been done.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21052. It is unlawful for any person who owns or has custody of cattle to move, slaughter, release, sell, or receive at a registered feedlot that cattle without the inspection that is required by Section 21051. For the purposes of this section, a common carrier which transports cattle does not have custody of the cattle. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 664, Sec. 86. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  81. 21053.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle do not need prior inspection before transport or movement to certain in-state destinations, but cattle shipped without prior inspection must be inspected at the destination.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21053. Inspection is not required prior to transportation from a modified point-of-origin inspection area, or prior to movement if being sold, if the cattle are being moved or shipped direct to one of the following destinations: (a) A registered feedlot in this state. (b) A licensed slaughterhouse in this state. (c) A public salesyard or public cattle sales market in this state that is licensed pursuant to Section 21733 or posted by the United States Department of Agriculture under the Packers and Stockyards Act. All cattle shipped without inspection prior to transportation under this section shall be inspected at the destination point. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  82. 21054.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Inspection is not required for cattle shipped to or from a fair or livestock exhibit within the state if the shipment carries the required certificate.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21054. Inspection is not required in cases where cattle are being transported to or from a fair or livestock exhibit within the state’s boundaries if the shipment is accompanied by a certificate of the manager or an official of the fair or exhibit, which shows all of the following: (a) Any brands and marks. (b) The names of the shipper and consignee. (c) The point of origin and destination of the shipment. (d) Proof of ownership as defined in Section 16522. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  83. 21055.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Inspection before slaughter is not required for licensed slaughterers at certain slaughterhouses, and the chief can designate which slaughterhouses qualify.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21055. Inspection is not required prior to slaughter by licensed slaughterers at slaughterhouses where the chief determines it is impossible or impractical to have inspection prior to slaughter. The chief shall, from time to time, designate which slaughterhouses are within this category. Slaughterers at such slaughterhouses shall keep the records which are required by Section 22045. They shall also keep the hides of animals which are so slaughtered until the hides are inspected or released. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  84. 21056.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A producer may slaughter an animal without a prior inspection if Section 22002 applies.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21056. Inspection is not required prior to slaughter of an animal by the producer of the animal pursuant to Section 22002. The hides of such animals shall, however, be retained as provided in Section 21455 and records shall be kept as provided in Section 22008. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  85. 21057.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Pre-slaughter inspection is not required for cattle shipped directly to a licensed slaughterhouse from certain listed sources, unless Section 21206 applies.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21057. Except as provided in Section 21206, inspection is not required prior to slaughter at a licensed slaughterhouse when the cattle are being shipped direct from one of the following: (a) A registered feedlot in this state. (b) A public salesyard or cattle sales market in this state that is licensed pursuant to Section 21733 or posted by the United States Department of Agriculture under the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921 (7 U.S.C. Sec. 181 et seq.). (c) Out-of-state when accompanied by proper documents. (Amended by Stats. 1988, Ch. 812, Sec. 3.)
  86. 21058.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle shipped under Section 21057 must be accompanied by one of the listed documents.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21058. All cattle shipped pursuant to Section 21057 shall be accompanied by one of the following: (a) A bill of sale on an approved form giving the date of sale, the loading point, the name and address of the owner or consignor or both, the destination, the number of animals, the certificate number on which the animals were inspected into the feedlot, the lot number, if any, the name and address of the buyer, the name of the transporter or carrier and the license number of the vehicle used to transport the animals, and the signature of the owner or his or her authorized agent. (b) A saleyard invoice meeting the requirements of Sections 21744 and 21745. (c) A certificate of consignment on an approved form giving the date of sale, the loading point, the name and address of the owner or consignor or both, the destination, the number of animals, the certificate number on which the animals were inspected into the feedlot, the lot number, if any, the name and address of the buyer, the name of the transporter or carrier and the license number of the vehicle used to transport the animals, and the signature of the owner or his or her authorized agent. (d) A brand inspection certificate or, for states with no inspection, a bill of sale or health certificate. (Amended by Stats. 1988, Ch. 812, Sec. 4.)
  87. 21059.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Inspection is not required for certain pasture-to-pasture cattle movements, and the director may set a permit fee for some permitted movements.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21059. Inspection is not required for pasture-to-pasture movement in the following cases: (a) When the cattle are moved or transported only between points in the same modified point-of-origin inspection area. (b) When the cattle are moved or transported across a modified point-of-origin inspection area boundary which bisects the ranch or property of the owner and shipper of the cattle. (c) When cattle are moved or transported only between points within a full point-of-origin area. (d) When cattle are moved or transported across a modified point-of-origin inspection area boundary in accordance with regulations adopted by the director which specifically allow the cattle to move under a permit for a distance not to exceed 40 miles from loading point to destination. The director may establish a fee for the permit for a 12-month period. The permit fee shall not exceed two hundred dollars ($200). (e) When female cattle of the dairy breeds are moved or transported from one grazing or pasture area to another grazing or pasture area and the areas are owned or controlled by the same person. However, this movement shall be accompanied by a certificate of ownership or other proof of ownership document. The provisions of subdivision (i) of Section 21051 shall take precedence over this section. This section does not apply to cattle entering a registered feedlot. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 592, Sec. 5.5) by Stats. 1986, Ch. 404, Sec. 1.)
  88. 2106.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Most applicants must have a qualifying bachelor’s degree to take the exam or receive a license; seniors in qualifying programs may take the exam, but their license must wait until graduation.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2106. No person shall be eligible for the examination or shall be given or issued a license pursuant to Section 2101, 2102, or 2103 unless he or she possesses a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in the agricultural, biological, chemical, or physical sciences, or other appropriate disciplines, as determined by the secretary. If a person is registered as a senior in an accredited four-year college in one of the specializations described herein, that person shall be admitted to the examination, but a license shall not be issued until that person graduates. In determining whether or not a college is accredited, the secretary may rely on accreditation granted by a state or national association formed and operated for the purpose of determining accreditation. This section shall not apply to any person holding a valid license of qualification in weights and measures who was employed by a county agricultural commissioner or sealer in a permanent classification before January 1, 1995, and who possesses at least one license in an agricultural category no later than December 31, 1996. (Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 818, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  89. 21060.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Inspection is not required for dairy calves that meet listed conditions and are not being moved out of state, to a licensed slaughterhouse, or to certain public saleyards or cattle sale markets.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21060. Inspection is not required in cases where the cattle being moved or transported are dairy calves, and such calves meet all of the following classifications: (a) The calves were born on a dairy farm as defined in Section 32505. (b) The calves were born to cows of a recognized dairy breed. (c) The umbilical cord is still a part of, and attached to, the navel of the calf. (d) The calves will not be moved or transported: (1) Out of the state. (2) To a licensed slaughterhouse in this state. (3) To a public saleyard or public cattle sale market in this state that is licensed pursuant to Section 21733 or posted by the United States Department of Agriculture under the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921 (7 U.S.C. 201 et seq.). Nothing in this section shall prohibit any inspector or peace officer from inspecting any calves when such inspection is necessary in accordance with the provisions of Sections 20432, 20435, 20436, and 20438. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1221.)
  90. 21060.4.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle inspection is not required for certain transfers if ownership control stays the same, the cattle are not moved out of state or out of a modified inspection area, and the cattle have a registered brand or dairy exemption number.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21060.4. (a) Inspection is not required in cases where cattle are sold or ownership is transferred under all of the following circumstances: (1) The individual or entity with a controlling interest in the cattle remains unchanged. (2) The cattle will not be moved out of state or out of a modified point-of-origin inspection area. (3) The cattle are associated with either a registered brand or dairy exemption number. (b) All persons who have ownership in the cattle, including both the transferor and the transferee, shall, within 30 days of ownership transfer, self-certify, under penalty of perjury, to the department as to their ownership in the cattle on a form prescribed by the department. (c) The department may charge a fee to cover the reasonable costs of processing the form identified in subdivision (b), but the fee shall not exceed fifty dollars ($50) or the department’s actual costs of conducting these activities. (d) An owner of cattle that is otherwise exempt from inspection pursuant to this section may elect to have that cattle inspected pursuant to Section 21051. (e) A violation of this section shall be subject to the penalties described in Section 21051.3. (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 406, Sec. 7. (AB 732) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  91. 21060.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Calves that are not exempt under Section 21060 must be inspected under Sections 21051 and 21052.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21060.5. Any calves not exempt from inspection pursuant to Section 21060, shall be inspected in accordance with the provisions of Sections 21051 and 21052. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1221.)
  92. 21060.7.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person may not move or transport calves exempt from inspection unless the required bill of sale or consignment has been prepared.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21060.7. It is unlawful for any person to move or transport any calves exempt from inspection pursuant to Section 21060 without preparing the bill of sale or consignment that is required by Sections 21702 and 21703. Such bill of sale or consignment shall accompany the calves and be retained by the receiver of the calves for at least one year, and such documents shall be presented to any inspector or peace officer upon demand. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1221.)
  93. 21061.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may issue regulations for brand inspection of cattle and hides at slaughterhouses.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21061. The director may make regulations which govern the brand inspection of cattle and hides at slaughterhouses. The regulations may provide for an inspection schedule at each slaughterhouse and include provision for inspection in addition to the basic inspection schedule. Additional inspection services shall be provided on a reimbursement basis at the expense of the slaughterer requesting the additional service and shall not be an added charge to the consignor or seller of the livestock. The fees for the additional service shall be established by regulation. (Added by Stats. 1968, Ch. 775.)
  94. 21062.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle shipped to certain California feedlots, slaughterhouses, or livestock salesyards/markets for destination inspection must have a bill of sale or certificate of consignment, and the original document must be shown to the inspector before inspection.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21062. All cattle shipped to a registered feedlot, licensed slaughterhouse, or licensed or posted livestock salesyard or market in this state for inspection at destination pursuant to this chapter shall be accompanied by a bill of sale, or certificate of consignment. The original document shall be presented to the inspector prior to the inspection of the cattle. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  95. 21064.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A copy of the document required by Section 21062 must be kept on file at the office of a registered feedlot, licensed slaughterhouse, salesyard, or market for one year after the transaction.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21064. A copy of the document required by Section 21062 shall be kept on file in the office of the registered feedlot, licensed slaughterhouse, or salesyard or market for a period of one year after the transaction. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  96. 21066.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle moved within the state for pasture or feeding, without a change in ownership, must be accompanied by a certificate of consignment with the information required by Section 21703, unless an exception in Section 21051(b) or (h) applies.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21066. Except as otherwise provided in subdivisions (b) and (h) of Section 21051, all cattle transported within the state for pasture or feeding purposes with no change in ownership shall be accompanied by a certificate of consignment which contains the information specified in Section 21703. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 592, Sec. 7.)
  97. 21067.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The chief may issue an annual permit letting cattle leave the state without the usual brand inspection if the cattle are for pasture, travel no more than 50 miles, and there is no change in ownership.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21067. (a) The chief may issue an annual permit to allow cattle to be transported out of this state without the brand inspection required pursuant to this article under all of the following conditions: (1) The cattle are moved for pasture purposes. (2) The cattle are moved a distance of not more than 50 miles from the point of origin to the point of destination. (3) There is no change of ownership of the cattle. (b) The department may charge a fee to cover its costs in issuing and renewing the annual permit. The fee may not exceed one hundred dollars ($100). (c) The chief may, at any time, revoke a permit and require a brand inspection if he or she determines that this action is necessary to enforce this division. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 182, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  98. 21068.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The secretary may issue a special permit for cattle to be shipped out of state for immediate slaughter without the usual brand inspection if stated conditions are met.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21068. (a) The secretary may issue a special permit to allow cattle to be transported out-of-state directly for immediate slaughter only, without the brand inspection required pursuant to this article, if all of the following conditions exist: (1) The cattle were inspected previously in a registered feedlot. (2) The cattle are transported to a licensed slaughterer. (3) The cattle are accompanied by a permit document issued by the secretary. (b) The secretary may charge a fee to cover the costs of issuing or renewing an annual permit. The fee may not exceed one hundred dollars ($100). (c) The secretary may, at any time, revoke the permit and require a brand inspection if the secretary determines that this action is necessary to enforce this division. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 653, Sec. 16. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  99. 21069.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may issue an annual release permit for cattle transport into another state without brand inspection if the listed conditions are met.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21069. (a) The director may issue an annual release permit to allow cattle to be transported into another state without brand inspection if all of the following conditions exist: (1) The state of destination is contiguous to California and it has entered into an inspection agreement with California. (2) The shipping point is not more than 50 miles from the destination. (3) The cattle are transported to a public posted stockyard or saleyard. (4) The cattle are accompanied by a permit document issued by the director. (b) The director may charge a fee to cover the cost of issuing or renewing the permit in an amount not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100). (c) The director may, at any time, revoke the permit and require brand inspection if the director determines that this action is necessary to carry out the enforcement of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 361, Sec. 3. Effective August 30, 1991.)
  100. 2107.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director must publish and make available a registry of people holding certain licenses.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Qualifications [2101 - 2107] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2107. The director shall publish and make available a registry of persons holding a license pursuant to Section 2101, 2102, or 2103 and Section 12202 of the Business and Professions Code. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 734, Sec. 10. Effective September 18, 1987.)
  101. 21070.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The secretary may issue annual exhibition permits that let cattle leave the state without the usual inspection if listed conditions are met. The department may charge up to $10 per head for issuing or renewing the permit, and must accept other states’ exhibition permits for cattle returning to their state of origin. The secretary may also revoke a permit when the chief says it is necessary to enforce this division.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements, Generally [21051 - 21070] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21070. (a) The secretary may issue an annual exhibition permit to allow cattle to be transported out of the state during the permit year without the inspection required pursuant to this article, if all of the following conditions are met: (1) The cattle are inspected before issuance of the permit. (2) The cattle are only moved for exhibition purposes. (3) There is no change in ownership of the cattle. (4) The cattle return to the state of origin. (5) The cattle have an official form of identification. (b) The department may charge a fee to cover its costs in issuing and renewing the annual exhibition permit. The fee shall not exceed ten dollars ($10) per head. (c) The department shall accept the exhibition permits of other states and allow cattle to return to their state of origin under those permits without an inspection. (d) The secretary may, at any time, revoke an exhibition permit if the chief determines that this action is necessary to enforce this division. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 497, Sec. 125. (AB 991) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  102. 21081.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Feedlot Registration [21081 - 21084] ( Heading of Article 2 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 27. )

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    The operator of a feedlot defined in Section 20013 must register each feedlot with the director.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Feedlot Registration [21081 - 21084] ( Heading of Article 2 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 27. ) ## 21081. The operator of a feedlot as defined in Section 20013 shall register each such feedlot with the director. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  103. 21082.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Feedlot Registration [21081 - 21084] ( Heading of Article 2 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 27. )

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    Feedlots must file a registration application with the bureau, and the director must approve it before cattle can be received for inspection or shipped under the cited provisions.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Feedlot Registration [21081 - 21084] ( Heading of Article 2 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 27. ) ## 21082. Registration consists of filing of a registration application with the bureau which shall show the location of the feedlot, its capacity, the names and addresses of the owners, and any other information which the director may require. This registration shall be filed and approved by the director in order for a feedlot to receive cattle for inspection in accordance with subdivision (d) of Section 21051 and subdivision (a) of Section 21053, or to ship cattle in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 21057. Feedlots operating on and after the effective date of this section shall have 15 days from that date in which to apply for registration. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  104. 21083.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Feedlot Registration [21081 - 21084] ( Heading of Article 2 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 27. )

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    The director may cancel a feedlot’s registration if cattle were shipped from it without the required inspection.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Feedlot Registration [21081 - 21084] ( Heading of Article 2 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 27. ) ## 21083. The director may cancel the registration of any feedlot from which cattle were shipped without the inspection required by subdivision (d) of Section 21051. When such cancellation occurs, the cattle from any such feedlot shall be inspected at slaughter in accordance with subdivision (e) of Section 21051. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  105. 21084.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Feedlot Registration [21081 - 21084] ( Heading of Article 2 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 27. )

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    The director may cancel a feedlot’s registration if the operator has not fed cattle for slaughter for 90 days. If registration is canceled for that reason, a new application must be submitted when cattle are fed for slaughter again.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Feedlot Registration [21081 - 21084] ( Heading of Article 2 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 27. ) ## 21084. The director may cancel the registration of any feedlot in which the operator has not fed cattle for slaughter for a period of 90 days. When a feedlot has had its registration canceled for this reason, a new application shall be submitted to the Bureau of Livestock Identification for registration when cattle are again fed for slaughter. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 184.)
  106. 21111.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Modified Point-of-Origin Inspection Areas [21111 - 21112] ( Heading of Article 3 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 33. )

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    The secretary must create and maintain a modified point-of-origin inspection area when the required cattle producer vote and hearing conditions are met, and must hold and publicize hearings on the process.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Modified Point-of-Origin Inspection Areas [21111 - 21112] ( Heading of Article 3 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 33. ) ## 21111. The secretary shall, by regulation, establish and maintain a modified point-of-origin inspection area whenever the cattle producers owning cattle in the affected area request the action by a two-thirds vote of those cattle producers, who are either property taxpayers, lessees, or residents of the affected area and who are present at a public hearing held at a central location in the area. The secretary shall hold a statewide hearing within sixty days of the passage of this act, and upon written request or petition signed by at least 25 cattle producers owning cattle in the affected area thereafter, to determine what areas wish to consider establishing a modified point-of-origin inspection area. Based on the testimony presented at these hearings, the secretary shall conduct local hearings in those areas where significant interest exists. The cost of each local hearing shall be borne by the producers in the area based on a written agreement between producers in the area and the secretary. Notice of the local hearing shall be publicized by the department at least 30 days prior to the hearing date through local publications and radio; shall be posted at all sales yards, slaughter plants and feedlots in the area; and shall be circulated to all known beef cattle and dairy cattle associations having producer members in the areas. The two-thirds vote of those attending pertains to these local hearings. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 568, Sec. 1.2. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  107. 21111.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Modified Point-of-Origin Inspection Areas [21111 - 21112] ( Heading of Article 3 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 33. )

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    Cattle producers in the affected area may ask the secretary to repeal certain regulations if the request or petition is signed by at least 25 cattle producers in that area.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Modified Point-of-Origin Inspection Areas [21111 - 21112] ( Heading of Article 3 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 33. ) ## 21111.5. Cattle producers owning cattle in the affected area may, upon written request or petition signed by at least 25 cattle producers owning cattle in that area, request that the secretary repeal regulations establishing a modified point-of-origin inspection area pursuant to Section 21111 in the manner prescribed by the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code). (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 568, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  108. 21112.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Modified Point-of-Origin Inspection Areas [21111 - 21112] ( Heading of Article 3 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 33. )

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    A modified point-of-origin inspection area may be made up of one or more counties or geographical areas.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Modified Point-of-Origin Inspection Areas [21111 - 21112] ( Heading of Article 3 amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 939, Sec. 33. ) ## 21112. A modified point-of-origin inspection area may consist of one or more counties or geographical areas. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  109. 21141.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Point of Origin Inspection Area [21141 - 21142] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The secretary must establish and maintain a full point-of-origin inspection area when the affected cattle producers request it by the required two-thirds vote, and must hold a local public hearing after receiving signed written requests or petitions from at least 25 cattle producers in the affected area.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Point of Origin Inspection Area [21141 - 21142] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21141. The secretary shall, by regulation, establish and maintain a full point-of-origin inspection area whenever the cattle producers owning cattle in the affected area request this action by a two-thirds vote of those present at a public hearing held at a central location in the area. The secretary shall hold the local public hearing upon the receipt of written requests or petitions signed by at least 25 cattle producers in the affected area. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 568, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  110. 21141.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Point of Origin Inspection Area [21141 - 21142] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A full point-of-origin inspection area may be made up of one or more counties or geographical areas.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Point of Origin Inspection Area [21141 - 21142] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21141.5. A full point-of-origin inspection area may consist of one or more counties or geographical areas. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 210, Sec. 21. Effective May 24, 1982.)
  111. 21142.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Point of Origin Inspection Area [21141 - 21142] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle producers owning cattle in the affected area may ask the secretary to repeal regulations creating a full point-of-origin inspection area if at least 25 such producers sign the written request or petition.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Point of Origin Inspection Area [21141 - 21142] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21142. Cattle producers owning cattle in the affected area may, upon written request or petition signed by at least 25 cattle producers owning cattle in that area, request that the secretary repeal regulations establishing a full point-of-origin inspection area pursuant to Section 21141 in the manner prescribed by the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code). (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 568, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  112. 21171.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    This section defines inspection of cattle as examining cattle for brands and marks, and for unbranded cattle, natural marks, sex, and breed, plus issuing a certificate of inspection.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21171. Inspection of cattle consists of the examination of the cattle for all brands and marks, and, in the case of unbranded cattle, for natural marks, sex, and breed. It also includes the issuance of a certificate of inspection. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  113. 21172.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If an inspection is required, the requester must notify the inspector, and the inspector must conduct the inspection as soon as practicable after being notified.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21172. If inspection is required, the person that requests the inspection shall notify the inspector. The inspector shall make his inspection as soon as practicable after he is notified. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  114. 21172.2.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may adopt a regulation requiring certain cattle shippers to notify the local brand inspector before shipment.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21172.2. The director may, by regulation, provide that any person who ships any cattle from a modified point-of-origin inspection area, for inspection at destination, is required to notify the local brand inspector prior to shipment of such cattle, if he finds, following a public hearing in the area, such requirement is needed to protect cattle owners from losses by theft or straying of their livestock. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  115. 21172.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle brand inspections must be conducted to minimize disruption to normal cattle raising operations, and feedlot management/personnel and the brand inspector must jointly handle the cattle without harming the livestock.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21172.5. The brand inspection of cattle as provided for in this chapter shall be conducted in such a way as to minimize the disruption of normal cattle raising operations. Both the feedlot management and personnel and the brand inspector shall jointly handle the cattle at a time and in a manner that is not detrimental to the livestock involved. However, nothing in this section shall prevent any cattle from being brand inspected pursuant to Section 21051. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  116. 21173.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If the inspector requests it, the person in charge of the animals must provide a list of the animals’ brands and marks, as far as possible.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21173. If requested to do so, the person in charge of the animals shall furnish the inspector with a list of the brands and marks on them to the best of his ability. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  117. 21174.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If inspection finds an animal without the presenter’s recorded brand, that person must show the inspector proof of ownership.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21174. If, upon inspection, there is found any animal which does not bear the recorded brand of the person that presents the animal for inspection, such person shall show the inspector a bill of sale, certificate of inspection, dairy exemption number, or other proof of ownership of such animal. (Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 318.)
  118. 21175.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The shipper or person in charge of cattle must sort out stray animals and identify them to the brand inspector before inspection.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Procedure [21171 - 21175] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21175. The shipper or person in charge of cattle being shipped or offered for inspection is responsible for sorting out stray animals and identifying such strays to the brand inspector prior to inspection. (a) Any expense for feed and transportation incurred in the recovery of stray animals shipped without inspection, or shipped for inspection at destination, without the knowledge and consent of the owner, shall be recovered from the person responsible for the shipment. (b) Any person failing to cut out or identify stray animals which are shipped without inspection or shipped for inspection at destination shall pay a penalty upon a first violation of fifty dollars ($50) for each animal; upon a second violation within the same 12-month period, a penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) for each animal; upon a third violation within the same 12-month period, a penalty of two hundred dollars ($200) for each animal; and upon the fourth or subsequent violation within the same 12-month period, a penalty of five hundred dollars ($500) for each animal to the Bureau of Livestock Identification which is in addition to any other penalty provided by law. (c) For purposes of determining subsequent violations, each shipment of cattle to a single destination point in one calendar day constitutes one violation. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 558, Sec. 4.)
  119. 21201.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An inspector may not issue a certificate of inspection unless the inspector personally made the inspection between sunrise and sunset.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21201. It is unlawful for any inspector to issue a certificate of inspection unless he personally made the inspection between sunrise and sunset. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  120. 21202.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If the inspector is satisfied that the person offering cattle for inspection lawfully possesses them, the inspector must issue a certificate of inspection.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21202. If satisfied that the person that offers the cattle for inspection is in lawful possession of them, the inspector shall issue a certificate of inspection. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  121. 21203.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A certificate of inspection must be signed by the inspector and must list the required inspection and transport details.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21203. The certificate of inspection shall be signed by the inspector and shall show all of the following: (a) The place and date of inspection and the number of animals inspected. (b) The sex, the brand, if any, on each branded animal recorded in the name of the owner of the animal, or the marks and brands under which the animal was offered for inspection, and such additional marks and brands as may be required by the chief. (c) The sex, natural marks, and breed of unbranded animals. (d) If the animals are to be transported, the names of the shipper and of the consignee and the origin and destination of the shipment. (e) If the animals are to be transported, the length of time necessary to move the shipment between the point of inspection and the point of destination. The inspector shall determine the amount of time needed for this purpose, based upon the information provided to him at the time of inspection. Such certificate shall only be valid for transportation purposes during the period of time specified thereon by the inspector. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  122. 21204.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    One copy of the certificate of inspection must accompany the shipment.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21204. One copy of the certificate of inspection shall accompany the shipment. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  123. 21205.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person may not change the animals in a certified cattle lot unless the issuing inspector is notified and approves, and this restriction lasts until shipment or slaughter is completed.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21205. Unless the inspector who issued the certificate is notified and approves, it is unlawful for any person to remove any animal and substitute another for it, or to add other animals or take animals away from any lot of cattle for which a certificate has been issued until after the shipment or slaughter is completed. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  124. 21206.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may inspect cattle shipped for slaughter from certain feedlots and licensed or posted salesyards/markets before slaughter, without charge, and must adopt regulations to implement the section.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21206. Cattle which are shipped for slaughter from either of the following points of origin may be inspected by the director without any charge prior to slaughter on a monitoring basis sufficient to assure that uninspected cattle are not being slaughtered: (a) Registered feedlots. (b) Public salesyards or livestock markets in this state that are licensed by the state or posted by the United States Department of Agriculture under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The director shall adopt the regulations necessary to implement this section. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  125. 21207.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If the director finds cattle that were not inspected as required, the director must inspect them and charge for that inspection.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21207. Whenever the director upon the inspection provided for by Section 21206 finds any cattle that have not been inspected in accordance with subdivisions (d), (f) and (g) of Section 21051, he shall inspect the cattle and charge for the inspection. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  126. 21208.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Anyone who slaughters cattle at a slaughter plant without the required brand inspection must pay a $25 penalty fee for each head of cattle.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Certificate of Inspection [21201 - 21208] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21208. In addition to any other penalty, any person who slaughters cattle at a slaughter plant without the brand inspection required by this chapter, shall pay a penalty fee of twenty-five dollars ($25) for each head of cattle so slaughtered. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  127. 2121.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The county board of supervisors must appoint the commissioner, unless a chartered county sets a different appointment method.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2121. The commissioner shall be appointed by the board of supervisors of the county. Any chartered county may, however, prescribe a different method of appointment. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  128. 2122.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The commissioner’s term is four years from appointment, continuing until a successor is appointed, and the commissioner may be removed under this chapter.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2122. The term of office of the commissioner shall be four years from and after his appointment and until his successor is appointed. He may, however, be removed pursuant to this chapter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  129. 2123.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person may not be appointed as commissioner or deputy commissioner unless they have a license issued by the director. Qualified incumbents must have their licenses renewed without further examination.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2123. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a person shall not be appointed to the office of commissioner or deputy commissioner unless he or she has a license issued by the director. The license of any qualified incumbent shall be renewed without further examination. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 734, Sec. 11. Effective September 18, 1987.)
  130. 21231.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A common carrier, owner, or driver may not take cattle for transport unless the cattle have been inspected and the carrier has duplicate brand inspection certificates signed by an inspector, unless the shipment is released under Section 21233 or 21744.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21231. Unless the shipment is released pursuant to Section 21233 or 21744, no common carrier, or owner or driver of any conveyance shall receive for transporation or transport any cattle until they have been inspected, and the carrier, owner, or driver has been furnished with duplicate brand inspection certificates that are signed by an inspector, which show all of the following: (a) Any brands and marks. (b) The names of the shipper and consignee. (c) The origin and destination of the shipment. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  131. 21232.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A duplicate brand inspection certificate must accompany cattle transported over a public thoroughfare.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21232. The duplicate brand inspection certificate shall accompany to destination any cattle which are transported over a public thoroughfare. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  132. 21233.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The chief may allow cattle to be released without the usual inspection, but they must be inspected en route or at the destination, and the owner must keep them segregated until inspected.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21233. The chief may release, or provide for the release of, cattle without the inspection which is required by Section 21231, but inspection shall be made en route or at the point of destination. The owner shall keep such cattle segregated until they are inspected. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  133. 21236.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An altered, defaced, or changed brand inspection certificate is void. An inspector may note the number of cattle sold on the certificate if the inspector signs and dates the changes.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21236. Any brand inspection certificate which has been altered, defaced, or changed is void. An inspector may, however, indicate on an inspection certificate any number of cattle which are sold by the holder of the inspection certificate, if he signs and dates such alterations on the inspection certificate. (Amended by Stats. 1969, Ch. 730.)
  134. 21237.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Except as provided in Section 21236, a person must not alter, deface, or change any brand inspection certificate.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21237. Except as otherwise provided in Section 21236, it is unlawful for any person to alter, deface, or change any brand inspection certificate. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  135. 21238.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    It is unlawful to possess or present an altered, defaced, or otherwise changed brand inspection certificate, except as provided in Section 21236.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21231 - 21238] ( Article 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21238. Except as otherwise provided in Section 21236, it is unlawful for any person to possess, or present to an inspector or any peace officer, any brand inspection certificate that has been altered, defaced, or otherwise changed. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  136. 2124.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A county board may hire a qualified commissioner or deputy commissioner from an adjoining county if that adjoining county’s board consents; the hired person then has the commissioner’s powers and is exempt from local residence or similar office qualifications.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2124. If the board of supervisors of such adjoining county consents, the board of supervisors of any county in which there is no commissioner may employ a qualified commissioner or a qualified deputy commissioner of the adjoining county to perform the duties of commissioner in the employing county. A commissioner or deputy commissioner who is so employed shall have such authority and powers as are conferred upon a commissioner by this code. He is not required to comply with residence or other qualifications for office within the employing county. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  137. 2125.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If no commissioner has served in a county, the director must perform the commissioner’s duties.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2125. In any county in which no commissioner has served, the director shall perform the duties of commissioner in the same manner, to the same extent, and with the same authority as if he had been the duly appointed commissioner in such county. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. Note: See this section as modified on July 17, 1991, in Governor's Reorganization Plan No. 1 of 1991.)
  138. 2126.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The commissioner may appoint deputy commissioners, inspectors, and clerks, and those appointees serve at the commissioner’s pleasure.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2126. The commissioner may appoint deputy commissioners, inspectors, and clerks who shall serve at his pleasure. Such inspectors may be designated as county agricultural inspectors or county agricultural biologists. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 558.)
  139. 21261.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Shipping Permits [21261- 21261.] ( Article 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The chief may set up a system for issuing shipping permits for certain inspected cattle shipments.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Shipping Permits [21261- 21261.] ( Article 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21261. The chief may provide for the issuance of shipping permits for inspected cattle which are shipped by railroad, or for cattle that are covered by one certificate of inspection, which are transported in more than one conveyance. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  140. 2127.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Deputy commissioners and inspectors are appointed from a list of licensed persons furnished by the director.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2127. Deputy commissioners and inspectors shall be appointed from a list which is furnished by the director of persons who hold a license for the office. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 734, Sec. 12. Effective September 18, 1987.)
  141. 2128.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A temporary appointment for deputy commissioner may be made for up to six months if the position cannot be filled from the list and the director gives a written recommendation.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2128. If the position of deputy commissioner cannot be filled from the list, a temporary appointment may be made for a period not exceeding six months upon the written recommendation of the director. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  142. 21281.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Brand inspection fees are due when the inspection happens, and otherwise must be paid to the director within 30 days after the inspection certificates are issued, unless a qualifying bond or cash deposit is already on deposit.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21281. All brand inspection fees are due and payable at the time of the inspection. The amount which is due for all inspections that are made shall be paid to the director within 30 days after the issuance of the brand inspection certificates by the inspector for the cattle which were inspected, unless there is on deposit with the bureau a bond in an amount and form which is approved by the chief or a cash deposit to cover the payment of the fees. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 635, Sec. 2.)
  143. 21281.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The secretary may impose a service charge for cattle inspections, with different maximum amounts depending on how many cattle are inspected at a site.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21281.5. In addition to other applicable fees, as provided by this chapter, the secretary may impose a service charge in an amount not to exceed twenty-five dollars ($25) for an inspection of 29 head of cattle or less at each site, or a service charge of fifteen dollars ($15) for an inspection of 30 head of cattle or more at each site. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 497, Sec. 126. (AB 991) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  144. 21282.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Unpaid brand inspection fees may be recovered by the director, inspection services may be refused for nonpayment of prior services, and a penalty assessment is added when fees are not paid under Section 21281.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21282. Any fees which are due and payable for brand inspections which are not paid as required by this article may be recovered by the director pursuant to Section 281. Inspection services may be refused for nonpayment of prior services which have been rendered. When the brand inspection fees due are not paid in accordance with Section 21281, a penalty assessment shall be added to such fees and collected as follows: (a) When the brand inspection fees due are greater than twenty-five dollars ($25), then 20 percent of such fees shall be added to the inspection fees. (b) When the brand inspection fees due are twenty-five dollars ($25) or less, five dollars ($5) shall be added to the inspection fees. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  145. 21283.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Inspection fees must be paid at the point of inspection, and the amount depends on the animal and inspection location.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21283. (a) Unless otherwise provided in this article, inspection fees shall be paid at the point of inspection. (b) The fee for inspection is one dollar and sixty cents ($1.60) for each animal that is inspected, except as follows: (1) The fee for inspection at a registered feedlot, as defined in Section 20015, is eight-five cents ($0.85) for each animal that is inspected. (2) The fee for inspecting an animal that originated in another state and was shipped into this state for feeding direct to a registered feedlot is sixty cents ($0.60) for each animal that is inspected. (3) The fee for inspecting an animal that was inspected at a posted stockyard, or posted saleyard, in this state, and shipped direct to a registered feedlot, is sixty cents ($0.60) for each animal that is inspected. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 214, Sec. 1. (AB 2436) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  146. 21283.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    For private treaty transaction inspections, a $1.60 fee must be paid at the point of inspection for each inspected animal, unless this article provides אחרת.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21283.5. Except as otherwise provided in this article, on all private treaty transaction inspections, as defined in Section 20026, regardless of destination, the fee of one dollar and sixty cents ($1.60) shall be paid at the point of inspection for each animal that is inspected. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 214, Sec. 2. (AB 2436) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  147. 21284.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    No inspection charge may be made for suckling calves traveling with their mothers when they are moved for reasons other than sale or slaughter and ownership does not change.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21284. A charge shall not be made for the inspection of suckling calves which are accompanying their mothers if they are transported for purposes other than for sale or slaughter and without a change in ownership. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  148. 21285.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The fee is $1.60 for inspecting each animal before sale at certain public saleyards.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21285. The fee is one dollar and sixty cents ($1.60) for the inspection before sale of each animal at a public saleyard that is posted by the Secretary of Agriculture of the United States or at a public saleyard if the animal originated in another state and it was shipped to this state, consigned to that public stockyard or public saleyard. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 214, Sec. 3. (AB 2436) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  149. 21288.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    In a modified point-of-origin inspection area, the cattle inspection fee is $1.60 per head when cattle are moved out of the area for reasons other than sale or slaughter and ownership does not change. Suckling calves traveling with their mothers are excluded.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21288. In a modified point-of-origin inspection area, as provided in Section 21111, the fee for the inspection of cattle, other than suckling calves that are accompanying their mothers, is one dollar and sixty cents ($1.60) per head if the cattle are transported out of the area for purposes other than sale or slaughter and no change of ownership is involved. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 214, Sec. 4. (AB 2436) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  150. 21288.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    For cattle transported out of state, the inspection fee is $1.60 per head, except for suckling calves with their mothers.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21288.5. For cattle, other than suckling calves accompanying their mothers, transported out of the state for purposes other than sale or slaughter and where no change of ownership is involved, the inspection fee is one dollar and sixty cents ($1.60) per head. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 214, Sec. 5. (AB 2436) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  151. 21289.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director must set the cattle inspection fee for cattle from full point-of-origin inspection areas, based on the bureau’s actual inspection costs, and may do so only on the Advisory Board’s recommendation. Certain suckling calves and cattle moving from a full point-of-origin area to a destination inspection point get fee exemptions or different treatment.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21289. The fee for the inspection of cattle which originated in any county or geographical area where a full point-of-origin inspection is maintained pursuant to Article 4 (commencing with Section 21141) shall be established by the director, upon recommendation of the Livestock Identification Advisory Board, in an amount sufficient to cover the actual costs incurred by the bureau in performing the inspection. A fee shall not be charged for any suckling calves which are accompanying their mothers if they are not shipped for sale or slaughter and no change of ownership is involved. Cattle moving out of a full point-of-origin area to a destination inspection point are exempt from the destination inspection fee. However, these cattle are subject to further inspection. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 361, Sec. 13. Effective August 30, 1991.)
  152. 2129.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If an inspector position cannot be filled from the list, a temporary appointment may be made for no more than six months.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Appointment and Employment [2121 - 2129] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2129. If the position of inspector cannot be filled from the list, a temporary appointment not exceeding six months may be made. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  153. 21290.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person receiving cattle from a cattle sale market or public stockyard may get a reinspection if requested and if a fee of $0.80 per head is paid before delivery is accepted.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21290.5. Any person who receives cattle from any cattle sale market, either public or private, including any public stockyard where sales of cattle are held, may, upon request and upon payment of a fee of eighty cents ($0.80) per head before accepting delivery of any cattle from that market or stockyard, have a reinspection of the cattle. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 214, Sec. 6. (AB 2436) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  154. 21291.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may lower or increase certain cattle inspection fees, but increases need advisory board recommendation and approval, and cannot exceed 20 percent of the statutory fee.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21291. The fees which are provided in Article 9 (commencing with Section 21281) and Article 5 (commencing with Section 21561) may be: (a) Lowered by the director, based upon a finding and recommendation of the Livestock Identification Advisory Board, whenever they determine that the cost of administering and enforcing the provisions of this division may be maintained with a lower fee. (b) Increased, by an amount not to exceed 20 percent of the statutory fee, by the director upon the recommendation of the Livestock Identification Advisory Board whenever they determine that the costs of administering and enforcing the provisions of this division require a greater fee. The advisory board must approve any increase in fees by a two-thirds vote of its entire membership. (Amended by Stats. 1986, Ch. 404, Sec. 6.)
  155. 21292.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The Bureau of Livestock Identification may make a memorandum with purebred cattle producers or breeders for pre-inspection, and the memorandum must require identification, inspection, sale documents, fee collection, and certificate issuance for covered bulls and project calves.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Fees [21281 - 21292] ( Article 9 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21292. (a) The Bureau of Livestock Identification is authorized to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with any purebred cattle producer or breeder for purposes of pre-inspection of purebred bulls, or 4H or Future Farmers of America project calves, that are for sale within the state. (b) The Memorandum of Understanding shall contain, but is not limited to, all of the following: (1) All bulls and project calves for sale must be identified. (2) All bulls and project calves must be placed into and remain in, an enclosure designated as a selling pen. (3) All bulls and project calves shall be inspected and identified by a Brand Inspector. (4) When bulls or project calves are sold, the seller shall furnish the purchaser with a fully completed Bill of Sale or Consignment, including identification numbers for all bulls or project calves. (5) The seller shall mail a duplicate copy of the Bill of Sale or Consignment to the Brand Inspector with a stamped envelope bearing the purchaser’s complete name and address. (6) The Brand Inspector shall then issue a Brand Inspection Certificate and mail it to the purchaser. (7) Brand inspection fees shall be paid on each certificate issued. The Brand Inspector shall collect fees for the certificates as they are issued. (8) The Brand Inspector shall be contacted and a Brand Inspection Certificate issued before the animal leaves the seller’s premises for any bull or project calf that is sold and is to be transported out of the state. (9) Each Memorandum of Understanding shall expire one year from the date that the completed document is dated. (c) There shall be signature blocks for the producer or breeder, the Brand Inspector, and the Regional Brand Inspector, and dates for when the signatures are made. There shall also be a date for the document. (d) This memorandum of understanding may be discontinued by the Chief of the Bureau of Livestock Identification upon a finding by the chief that any provision is not being met, or at any time that the chief determines that further action is necessary in order to satisfy brand inspection requirements and the integrity of the program set forth in Chapter 6 and Chapter 7 of Division 10. (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 568, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  156. 21321.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Records and Memorandums [21321 - 21323] ( Article 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The inspector must make a memorandum for each inspected animal showing its number, sex, brands or marks, and the names of the owner or claimant, consignor, and consignee.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Records and Memorandums [21321 - 21323] ( Article 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21321. The inspector shall make a memorandum which shows the number, sex, brands, or marks on each animal which is inspected, and the names of the owner or claimant, consignor, and consignee. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  157. 21322.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Records and Memorandums [21321 - 21323] ( Article 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The inspector must keep the inspection memorandum for at least two years after the inspection date.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Records and Memorandums [21321 - 21323] ( Article 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21322. The memorandum of the inspection shall be retained for record purposes by the inspector for at least two years after the date of the inspection. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  158. 21323.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Records and Memorandums [21321 - 21323] ( Article 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The bureau must keep brand inspection certificates on file for five years and organize the file so it shows how many cattle were inspected.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Inspection of Cattle [21051 - 21323] ( Chapter 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Records and Memorandums [21321 - 21323] ( Article 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21323. The bureau shall maintain for a period of five years a file of brand inspection certificates in such manner as to disclose the number of cattle which have been inspected. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  159. 21451.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Carcass and hide inspections must be done the same way as cattle inspections under Chapter 6, unless this chapter says otherwise.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21451. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, inspection of carcasses with the hide on and of hides shall be made in the same manner as inspection of cattle pursuant to Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 21051) of this division. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  160. 21452.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The chief may allow hides or carcasses to be released from inspection when inspection would serve no useful purpose.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21452. The chief may provide for the release of hides or carcasses from inspection in cases in which inspection would serve no useful purpose. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  161. 21453.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A new inspection is not required for a hide or carcass if the animal was previously inspected under the listed sections and, in one case, slaughtered as required.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21453. A new inspection need not be made of the hide or carcass of an animal which was previously inspected as follows: (a) Inspected pursuant to subdivision (e) of Section 21051. (b) Inspected pursuant to subdivisions (d), (f) and (g) of Section 21051 and slaughtered in accordance with Section 21057. (c) Inspected pursuant to Section 22004 and subdivision (c) of Section 22008. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 385.)
  162. 21455.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Certain non-licensed slaughterers who slaughter cattle or calves must keep the hide with the brands attached until inspection or release, and must show the hide to an inspector or peace officer on demand.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21455. Every person not a licensed slaughterer that slaughters any cattle or calves and does not send the carcass and hide to a licensed frozen food locker plant pursuant to Section 22003 shall do all of the following: (a) Keep in his possession the hide, with the brands attached to it, without any alteration or disfiguration, until the hide is inspected or released. (b) Exhibit the hide to any inspector or peace officer on demand. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  163. 21456.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person may not possess a carcass or meat from a carcass unless it was slaughtered by a licensed slaughterer, or the person can show specified proof on demand.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21456. A person shall not have in his possession a carcass or any meat from a carcass which was not slaughtered by a licensed slaughterer, unless he has in his possession and exhibits to any inspector or peace officer on demand one of the following: (a) The hide of the animal from which the meat was obtained, with the ears and the brands attached to it, without alteration or disfiguration. (b) A certificate of inspection or release of the hide or of the carcass with the hide on it, which was issued pursuant to this article. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  164. 21457.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person must not remove evidence of inspection from a hide until after the hide has been partially tanned.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21457. A person shall not remove any evidence of inspection from a hide until after it has been partially tanned. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  165. 21458.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person may not sell, give away, deliver, transport, buy, accept, or receive an animal hide unless it has been inspected or released.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21458. A person shall not sell, give away, deliver, transport, buy, accept, or receive the hide of any animal unless the hide has been inspected or released. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  166. 21459.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person must not alter, remove, or obliterate a brand on a hide, or burn or destroy the hide, until the hide has been inspected or released.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Requirements [21451 - 21459] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21459. A person shall not obliterate, alter, or remove a brand which is on a hide, or burn or in any manner destroy the hide until it has been inspected or released. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  167. 2151.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [2151 - 2154] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If a county agricultural commissioner vacancy occurs, the director must immediately send the appointing authority a list of persons licensed as eligible for the position.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [2151 - 2154] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2151. If a vacancy in the office of commissioner occurs, the director, upon learning of the vacancy, shall immediately transmit to the board of supervisors or other appointing power a list of persons who are licensed by him or her to be eligible for the position. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 734, Sec. 13. Effective September 18, 1987.)
  168. 2152.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [2151 - 2154] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If the appointing power does not appoint a commissioner from the licensed list within 60 days after receiving it, the secretary must make the appointment from that list.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [2151 - 2154] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2152. If, within 60 days after the receipt of the list of persons who are licensed, the appointing power fails to appoint a commissioner from the list, the secretary shall appoint a commissioner from the list. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 402, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  169. 2153.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [2151 - 2154] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If no qualified person is available for commissioner, the appointing power may make a temporary appointment for up to three months, but only of someone recommended in writing by the director.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [2151 - 2154] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2153. If there is no qualified person available for the office of commissioner, the appointing power may make a temporary appointment, for a period not exceeding three months, of a person who is recommended in writing by the director. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  170. 21531.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21531 - 21532] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A common carrier, or the owner or driver of a conveyance, must not transport a hide or carcass unless it has been inspected and a signed duplicate brand inspection certificate has been provided, unless an exception applies.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21531 - 21532] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21531. Unless the shipment is exempted under Section 21453 or released pursuant to Section 21532, no common carrier, or owner or driver of any conveyance shall receive for transportation or transport any hide or carcass until it has been inspected and the carrier, owner, or driver has been furnished with a duplicate brand inspection certificate that is signed by an inspector, which shows all of the following: (a) Any brand and mark. (b) The name of the shipper and consignee. (c) The origin and destination of the shipment. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  171. 21532.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21531 - 21532] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The chief may release a carcass or hide without the inspection required by Section 21531, but inspection must still be made en route or at the point of destination.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Duplicate Brand Inspection Certificates [21531 - 21532] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21532. The chief may release, or provide for the release of, any carcass or hide without the inspection which is required by Section 21531. Inspection shall, however, be made en route or at point of destination. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  172. 2154.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [2151 - 2154] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may make a temporary appointment when the appointing power does not do so and no one can be appointed from the eligible list, but only for up to three months.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 2. LOCAL ADMINISTRATION [2001 - 2350] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 2. County Agricultural Commissioners and Their Employees [2101 - 2287] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [2151 - 2154] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 2154. If the appointing power does not make a temporary appointment of a commissioner and no person can be appointed from the eligible list by the director, the director may make a temporary appointment of a person who is competent to carry on the duties of the office for a period not exceeding three months. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  173. 21561.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Brand inspection fees are due at inspection and, unless covered by an approved bond or cash deposit, must be paid to the inspector within 30 days after the brand inspection certificates are issued.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21561. All brand inspection fees are due and payable at the time of the inspection. The amount which is due for all inspections that are made shall be paid to the inspector within 30 days after the issuance of the brand inspection certificates for the hides or carcasses which were inspected unless there is on deposit with the bureau a bond in an amount and form which is approved by the chief or a cash deposit to cover the payment of those fees. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 361, Sec. 15. Effective August 30, 1991.)
  174. 21562.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The director may recover unpaid brand inspection fees under Section 281, and inspection services may be refused if prior services have not been paid for.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21562. Any fees which are due and payable for brand inspections that are made which remain unpaid or are not paid as required by this article may be recovered by the director pursuant to Section 281. Inspection services may be refused for nonpayment of prior services which have been rendered. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  175. 21563.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Unless this article says otherwise, the inspection fee is $2.10 for each carcass or hide and is paid at the point of inspection.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21563. Except as otherwise provided in this article, the fee shall be paid at the point of inspection and is two dollars and ten cents ($2.10) for each carcass or hide that is inspected. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 214, Sec. 7. (AB 2436) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  176. 21563.5.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The inspection fee is $2.10 for each carcass or hide from counties or areas where point-of-origin inspection is maintained.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21563.5. The fee for the inspection of each carcass or hide shall be two dollars and ten cents ($2.10) for each carcass and hide originating in those counties or geographical areas where a point-of-origin inspection is maintained pursuant to Article 4 (commencing with Section 21141) of Chapter 6. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 214, Sec. 8. (AB 2436) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  177. 21565.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    No charge may be made to inspect a hide that has already been inspected under this chapter.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [21561 - 21565] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21565. A charge shall not be made for the inspection of any hide which has been previously inspected pursuant to this chapter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  178. 21591.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Reports [21591- 21591.] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The bureau must keep brand inspection certificate files for five years and organize them so they show how many carcasses or hides were inspected.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Inspection of Hides and Carcasses [21451 - 21591] ( Chapter 7 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Reports [21591- 21591.] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21591. The bureau shall maintain for a period of five years a file of brand inspection certificates in such manner as to disclose the number of carcasses or hides which have been inspected. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  179. 21701.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    In this article, “animal” means a bovine animal, its carcass if the hide has not been removed, or its hide.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21701. As used in this article, “animal” includes: (a) A bovine animal. (b) The carcass of a bovine animal from which the hide has not been removed. (c) The hide of a bovine animal. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  180. 21702.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person may not buy, sell, or accept an animal unless, at delivery, the seller or donor provides and the buyer or donee receives a written bill of sale or similar written instrument.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21702. No person shall buy, sell, or accept any animal, unless the seller or donor gives, and the buyer or donee receives, at the time of the delivery of the animal, a written bill of sale or written instrument from the owner, or his or her agent, that gives the number, kind, breed, and sex, and, if branded, the brand and location of the brand on each animal. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 653, Sec. 18. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  181. 21702.1.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If a person sells or transfers title to cattle or calves, they must send the beef council fees and a copy of the bill of sale to the director within 30 days, unless the fees were already collected through a brand inspection.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21702.1. Any person who sells or otherwise transfers title to any cattle or calves to another person shall remit to the director within 30 days of that sale, the beef council fees required under Section 64691, together with a copy of the bill of sale, unless these fees have been collected pursuant to a brand inspection as provided for in Section 64691.7. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 12, Sec. 1.5. Effective February 1, 1982.)
  182. 21703.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Bills of sale or consignment covered by this section must use the director-approved form and include specified sale, transport, and party details, unless Section 21058 applies.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21703. Except as provided in Section 21058, bills of sale or consignment required by any provision of Division 9 (commencing with Section 16301) or Division 10 (commencing with Section 20001) shall be made on the “Bill of Sale or Consignment” form approved by the director, and shall state all of the following information for animals sold or consigned: (a) The date of sale or consignment. (b) The loading point. (c) The name and address of the owner or the consignor, or both. (d) The destination. (e) The number and description of the animals including their brands, if any. (f) The name and address of the buyer or consignee, or both. (g) The name of the transporter or carrier and the license number of the vehicle used to transport the animals. (h) The signature of the owner or his authorized agent. (Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 318.)
  183. 21704.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Not giving a written bill of sale or written instrument does not affect the validity of the animal sale, contract of sale, or gift, or the rights of the buyer, donee, seller, or donor.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21704. The failure of the seller or donor to give a written bill of sale or written instrument to the buyer or donee has no effect upon the validity of any sale or contract of sale or gift of an animal nor upon the rights of either the buyer, donee, seller, or donor. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  184. 21705.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    If shipment papers are required, the transporter must have them during shipment, and the driver must deliver them at destination for inspection. The carrier, driver, and others besides the shipper are not responsible for the accuracy of the document’s information.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21705. If by any provision of this division a certificate, bill of sale, or other document is required to accompany any shipment of animals, nothing in this division shall be construed to make the carrier, driver, or any person other than the shipper responsible for the accuracy of the information required in the document. The person transporting is, however, responsible for having the documents required by this division in possession during shipment, and the driver shall deliver such document to the person receiving the cattle at destination so it can be presented to the inspector prior to inspection. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  185. 21706.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An altered, defaced, or changed invoice or bill of sale is void. An inspector may note the number of cattle sold on a bill of sale if the inspector initials and dates the changes.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21706. Any invoice of sale or bill of sale which has been altered, defaced or changed is void. An inspector may, however, indicate on a bill of sale any number of cattle which are sold by the holder of the bill of sale, if he initials and dates such alterations on the bill of sale. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  186. 21707.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Except as provided in Section 21706, a person must not alter, deface, or change any invoice of sale or bill of sale.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21707. Except as otherwise provided in Section 21706, it is unlawful for any person to alter, deface or change any invoice of sale or bill of sale. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  187. 21708.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    An auctioneer must not offer a milking cow for sale at an auction of cattle unless the cow was milked out and stripped within the prior 12 hours.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21708. An auctioneer shall not offer any milking cow for sale at any auction sale of cattle unless the milking cow has been milked out and stripped within 12 hours of the time such offer to sell the cow takes place. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  188. 21709.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person generally may not possess or present an altered, defaced, or otherwise changed invoice of sale or bill of sale, except as provided in Section 21706.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21709. Except as otherwise provided in Section 21706, it is unlawful for any person to possess, or to present to an inspector or peace officer, any invoice of sale or bill of sale that has been altered, defaced, or otherwise changed. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  189. 21710.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person must not falsify required bill of sale information or present falsified bill of sale documents to an inspector or peace officer.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Bills of Sale [21701 - 21710] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21710. It is unlawful for any person to falsify any of the bill of sale information required by Sections 21702 and 21703, or to present such falsified documents to an inspector or peace officer. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)
  190. 21731.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Certain stockyards, agricultural fairs, youth farming clubs, and purebred cattle sale associations are exempt from this article’s licensing requirements.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21731. Stockyards which are posted by the United States Department of Agriculture under the Packers and Stockyards Act (7 U.S.C., Sec. 181 et seq.), agricultural fairs, 4-H Clubs, Future Farmers, Junior Farmers, and associations which sponsor purebred cattle sales for their members are exempt from the license provisions of this article. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  191. 21732.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    For certain cattle auctions on the owner’s premises, this article’s license and bond provisions do not apply. If someone else’s animal is auctioned, the auctioneer must identify the animal’s owner.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21732. The license and bond provisions of this article do not apply to the sale by an auctioneer of cattle on the premises of the owner of the cattle whether or not such a sale includes the sale of cattle of other livestock owners in the vicinity of such premises. If, however, an animal which does not belong to the owner of the premises is auctioned, the auctioneer shall specifically designate the person that is the owner of the animal. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  192. 21733.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A person may not sell cattle at a public salesyard unless they have a bureau license for each salesyard and have posted a $1,000 bond to the state for each salesyard.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21733. A person shall not engage in the business of selling cattle at a public salesyard unless he has done all of the following: (a) Obtained a license from the bureau to carry on such business at each such salesyard. (b) Executed for each such salesyard a bond to the state in the sum of one thousand dollars ($1,000). (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  193. 21734.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A bond under Section 21733 must be approved by the director, and its conditions prohibit selling cattle unless the seller owns them or is authorized by the owner.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21734. The bond required pursuant to Section 21733 is subject to the approval of the director and shall be conditioned as follows: (a) That the person shall not sell any cattle unless he is the owner of the cattle or is authorized to sell them by the owner. (b) That, if he does sell any cattle which he does not own without authorization from the owner, he shall, in addition to all other statutory penalties, pay the value of the animals. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  194. 21735.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Any amount recovered on the bond must be paid to the animal’s owner.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21735. Any amount which is recovered upon the bond shall be paid to the owner of the animal. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  195. 21736.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The bureau must issue each qualifying applicant a separate license for each salesyard, on payment of $100 per salesyard.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21736. The bureau shall grant to every applicant that complies with this article and the regulations which are adopted pursuant to it, a separate license to operate each salesyard for the balance of the current calendar year upon the payment of a fee of one hundred dollars ($100) for each salesyard. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  196. 21737.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The bureau must grant a permit to change the address or location of a previously licensed salesyard, and it may not collect an additional license fee or bond for doing so.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21737. A permit shall be granted by the bureau to change the address or location of a previously licensed salesyard. No additional license fee or bond shall be collected for issuing a permit to change the address or location. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  197. 21738.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    A license for a public salesyard must be renewed by the first day of each succeeding calendar year, and the renewal fee is $100 per salesyard.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21738. Each such license shall be renewed on or before the first day of each succeeding calendar year. The renewal fee is one hundred dollars ($100) for each salesyard. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)
  198. 21743.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    People selling cattle on consignment at a public stockyard, public salesyard, or public cattle sales market must prepare a certificate of consignment by the sale day, keep it for one year, and show it when demanded by a peace officer or department agent.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21743. Any person that is engaged in the business of selling cattle on consignment at any public stockyard, public salesyard, or public cattle sales market shall prepare a certificate of consignment on or before the day of a sale which contains all of the following: (a) The name and address of the owner. (b) The name and address of the consignee. (c) A description of each animal which shall indicate the sex, the breed and, in the case of branded animals, the brand and brand location. (d) Signature of the owner or his agent. The certificate of consignment shall be kept by the seller for a period of one year after the date of sale. Any such certificate shall be exhibited on the demand of any peace officer or any agent of the department. (Amended by Stats. 1981, Ch. 504, Sec. 2.)
  199. 21744.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    Cattle may not be released from certain salesyard or auction settings unless they are accompanied by specified sale or inspection documents.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21744. Cattle shall not be released from a public stockyard, public salesyard, public cattle sales market, or any other public consignment sale or private auction sale unless they are accompanied by a brand inspection certificate or by a press-numbered bill of sale or a press-numbered certificate of sale that is issued and signed by a representative of the salesyard, as agents for the consignor. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 651, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  200. 21745.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. )

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    The seller must keep the press-numbered bill of sale or press-numbered certificate of sale for one year after the sale date, and must show it when a peace officer or department agent demands it.

    ## Food and Agricultural Code - FAC ## DIVISION 10. CATTLE PROTECTION [20001 - 22086] ( Division 10 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Sale and Gift of Cattle, Their Carcasses and Hides [21701 - 21751] ( Chapter 8 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Public Salesyards [21731 - 21751] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15. ) ## 21745. The press-numbered bill of sale or press-numbered certificate of sale that is required pursuant to Section 21744 shall contain all of the following information on a form that is approved by the chief: (a) Date of sale. (b) Name and address of the buyer. (c) Description of each animal that is sold that includes its brands and brand location, sex, and breed of unbranded animals. (d) Origin and destination of the animals. (e) The name of the person conducting the sale. The press-numbered bill of sale or press-numbered certificate of sale shall be kept by the seller for a period of one year after the date of sale. Any such document shall be exhibited on the demand of any peace officer or any agent of the department. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 651, Sec. 1.5. Effective January 1, 1998.)

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