California · Food and Agricultural Code - FAC

FAC §19322: The secretary, after notice and hearing, may refuse to issue a license unless he finds that the applicant: (a) Is properly equipped to engage in the business of dead animal hauling.

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

This statute sets licensing requirements for dead animal hauling businesses. The secretary may deny a license if the applicant lacks proper equipment, has prior felony convictions for food adulteration, or lacks suitable character and responsibility.

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The secretary, after notice and hearing, may refuse to issue a license unless he finds that the applicant: (a) Is properly equipped to engage in the business of dead animal hauling. (b) Has never been convicted of a felony involving adulterated or misbranded food. (c) Demonstrates character, responsibility, and good faith suitable for carrying on the business to be licensed.

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