California · Food and Agricultural Code - FAC

FAC §11791: It is unlawful for any person subject to this division to do any of the following: (a) Make any false or fraudulent claim, or misrepresent the effects of material or method to be applied, apply any wo

Misdemeanor

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It is unlawful to make false claims, apply worthless materials, operate negligently, refuse to comply with regulations, or fail to maintain required records under this division.

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It is unlawful for any person subject to this division to do any of the following: (a) Make any false or fraudulent claim, or misrepresent the effects of material or method to be applied, apply any worthless or improper material, or otherwise engage in any unfair practices. (b) Operate in a faulty, careless, or negligent manner. (c) Refuse or neglect to comply with this division, or any regulation issued pursuant to this division, or any lawful order of the commissioner or the director. (d) Refuse or neglect to keep and maintain the records which are required by this division, or to make reports when and as required.

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