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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 9Pt. 3Ch. 5Art. 5§ 19282 Food License Denial Rules

§ 19282 Food License Denial Rules

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 19282 Food License Denial Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •You can get a license unless you did something really bad with food before.
  • •If you broke food rules or sold bad food, you might not get the license.
  • •The boss will check your past and listen to you before saying no.

Example

A person tries to open a food truck but got caught selling spoiled hot dogs before.

The boss might say no to their license because they sold bad food in the past.

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

Official Source
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§ 19282 Food License Denial Rules

The director shall issue a license unless he finds, after notice and hearing, that the applicant has been convicted of a felony involving adulterated or misbranded food or has violated any of the provisions of this chapter or regulations promulgated thereunder. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 815.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

licensefelonyadulterated or misbranded foodprovisions of this chapter

Related Statutes

  • § 19262 Food Processing License Requirements
  • § 19302 Rendering License Requirements
  • § 19280 Pet Meat Import Licensing
  • § 19281 Horsemeat And Pet Food Licensing
  • § 11938 Affidavit Relieve Suspension

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 19282.
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