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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 10Ch. 2Art. 2§ 20171 Cattle Theft Prevention Regulations

§ 20171 Cattle Theft Prevention Regulations

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 20171 Cattle Theft Prevention Regulations

Key Takeaways

  • •The boss can make rules to keep cows safe from being stolen.
  • •These rules help make sure no one takes cows that don’t belong to them.
  • •The rules are only for this state.

Example

If someone tries to take a cow from a farm without asking.

The boss can make a rule that says stealing cows is not allowed, and the person who took the cow can get in trouble.

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

Official Source
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§ 20171 Cattle Theft Prevention Regulations

The director may make such regulations as may be reasonably necessary to carry out this division and to protect the cattle of this state from theft and misappropriation. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

regulationscattletheftmisappropriation

Related Statutes

  • § 10921 Director'S Regulatory Authority
  • § 12781 Director'S Regulatory Authority
  • § 12782 Regulation Distribution To Registrants
  • § 20172 Regulation Publication Requirements
  • § 24681 Director'S Regulatory Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 20171.
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