§ 12253 Pest Control Dealer Exam

Food and Agricultural Code·California

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This law says you have to pass a test about pesticide rules before you can get a license to sell or use them.

Key Takeaways

•You must pass an exam before getting a first pesticide dealer license.
•The test checks that you understand pesticide laws and safe business practices.
•The director of the licensing agency decides if you passed.

Example

Jane wants to open a store that sells bug spray and offers pest‑control services.

Before the state gives Jane a license, she must take and pass an exam that shows she knows the rules for using and selling pesticides and how to run her business responsibly.

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§ 12253 Pest Control Dealer Exam

Before initial license is issued, the applicant shall pass an examination to demonstrate to the director the applicant’s knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the use and sale of pesticides and the responsibility in carrying on the business of a pest control dealer. (Amended by Stats. 1993, Ch. 620, Sec. 20. Effective January 1, 1994.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

initial license examination laws and regulations governing the use and sale of pesticides responsibility in carrying on the business of a pest control dealer

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 12253.

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