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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 10Ch. 10Art. 2§ 22045 Cattle Slaughter Purchase Records

§ 22045 Cattle Slaughter Purchase Records

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§ 22045 Cattle Slaughter Purchase Records

Key Takeaways

  • •If you kill cows for meat and can't check them before killing, you must write down where you bought them and what they look like (color, age, weight, etc.).
  • •You have to show this record to any government worker or police officer if they ask.
  • •This rule is for people who have a license to kill cows.

Example

A butcher buys cows from a farm but can't check them before slaughtering.

The butcher must write down the farm's name and details about the cows (like their color and weight). If a police officer asks, the butcher must show this record.

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

Official Source
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§ 22045 Cattle Slaughter Purchase Records

Every licensed slaughterer that slaughters cattle where inspection prior to slaughter is impossible or impractical shall keep a record which sets forth the name of the person from whom the cattle were purchased and identifies them as to color, age, weight, sex, and brand, if any. The record shall be open to inspection by any agent of the department or peace officer. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

licensed slaughtererinspection prior to slaughterrecorddepartment or peace officer

Related Statutes

  • § 22044 Cattle Slaughter Records Requirement
  • § 22046 Slaughterer Monthly Cattle Report
  • § 22047 Slaughterer Licensing Requirements
  • § 22048 Slaughterer Relocation Notification
  • § 22049 Licensed Cattle Slaughter Locations

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 22045.
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