California · Food and Agricultural Code - FAC

FAC §5742: Except as otherwise provided in Section 5744, it is unlawful for any person to ship or move any used appliances unless there is furnished to the commissioner of the county of destination such proof as

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What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to ship or move used appliances without providing proof to the county commissioner that they are pest-free or have been properly treated before shipment.

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Except as otherwise provided in Section 5744, it is unlawful for any person to ship or move any used appliances unless there is furnished to the commissioner of the county of destination such proof as he may require that the appliances either: (a) Have not been exposed to infestation or infection by any pests. (b) Have been treated immediately prior to shipment or movement in the manner which is designated by the director.

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