California · Business and Professions Code - BPC

BPC §12719: When the weight or measure of a vehicle, container, or pallet and its net contents has been recorded on a weighmaster certificate, it is unlawful for any person to remove a part of, or add to, the net

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to remove or add to the contents of a vehicle, container, or pallet after its weight has been recorded on a weighmaster certificate, unless a new correct certificate is obtained before delivery to the buyer.

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When the weight or measure of a vehicle, container, or pallet and its net contents has been recorded on a weighmaster certificate, it is unlawful for any person to remove a part of, or add to, the net contents, before the contents are delivered to the buyer or consignee, unless a correct weighmaster certificate is obtained.

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