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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 5Pt. 2Ch. 2Art. 7§ 10063 Bovine Appraisal Slaughter Requirement

§ 10063 Bovine Appraisal Slaughter Requirement

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 10063 Bovine Appraisal Slaughter Requirement

This law says that after a cow is evaluated, it must be killed within 30 days and a state veterinarian has to watch the process.

Key Takeaways

  • •The 30‑day clock starts after the cow is appraised.
  • •The cow must be slaughtered, not just sold or moved.
  • •A State Veterinarian must supervise the slaughter.

Example

A farmer gets a health check for his cow and the vet says the cow is not fit for sale.

The farmer has to make sure the cow is slaughtered no later than 30 days after that check, and a state vet must be there while it happens.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 10063 Bovine Appraisal Slaughter Requirement

Within 30 days after the appraisal of the reacting bovine animal, it shall be slaughtered under the supervision of the State Veterinarian. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 246, Sec. 43. Effective August 23, 2004.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

reacting bovine animalState Veterinarian

Related Statutes

  • § 10061 Bovine Tuberculosis Quarantine
  • § 10062 Bovine Indemnity Valuation Rules
  • § 10065 Slaughter Of Reacting Cattle
  • § 10004 Cattle Tuberculosis Testing Authority
  • § 10007 Cattle Tuberculosis Control Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 10063.
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