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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 9Pt. 3Ch. 4.1Art. 4§ 18972 Livestock Inspection Authority

§ 18972 Livestock Inspection Authority

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§ 18972 Livestock Inspection Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The boss can check meat and chicken anytime to make sure it's safe.
  • •This is for meat that is killed, cleaned, or stored in places with a special license.
  • •They can check it more than once if they want.

Example

A big factory makes chicken nuggets.

The boss can go to the factory anytime to check if the chicken is clean and safe to eat. They can come back later to check again if they think it's needed.

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

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§ 18972 Livestock Inspection Authority

The director may inspect, reinspect, or order the reinspection of any livestock or poultry product which is slaughtered, processed, or stored in an establishment licensed pursuant to Article 8 (commencing with Section 19010). (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1128, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

directorinspectreinspectlivestockpoultry productArticle 8

Related Statutes

  • § 18970 Establishment Licensing Building Standards
  • § 18971 Sanitary Inspection Of Establishments
  • § 18977 Inspection Overtime Deposit Requirement
  • § 12581 Director Produce Sampling Authority
  • § 18756 Adulterated Livestock Containers

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 18972.
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