California · Food and Agricultural Code - FAC

FAC §16152: It is unlawful for any person to retain or maintain garbage on any vessel, aircraft, or other vehicle within the state, except in tightly closed containers or receptacles and under such treatment as m

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It is unlawful to keep garbage on vessels, aircraft, or vehicles within the state unless stored in tightly closed containers or receptacles as prescribed by the director.

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It is unlawful for any person to retain or maintain garbage on any vessel, aircraft, or other vehicle within the state, except in tightly closed containers or receptacles and under such treatment as may be prescribed by the director.

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