California · Food and Agricultural Code - FAC

FAC §9563: It is unlawful for any person to move or allow to be moved any of the animals, food product from animals, vehicles, farm equipment, farm products, or other materials that are subject to restrictions e

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to move animals, animal food products, vehicles, farm equipment, farm products, or restricted materials without prior authorization from the State Veterinarian.

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It is unlawful for any person to move or allow to be moved any of the animals, food product from animals, vehicles, farm equipment, farm products, or other materials that are subject to restrictions established pursuant to Section 9562 or 9569 unless that person has first obtained authorization from the State Veterinarian.

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