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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 4Pt. 1Ch. 3§ 5201 Plant Shipment Certification

§ 5201 Plant Shipment Certification

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 5201 Plant Shipment Certification

Key Takeaways

  • •A 'certificate' is a paper that says if plants being shipped are healthy or have bugs.
  • •Only certain people (like inspectors) can give this paper.
  • •This paper is needed when moving plants from one place to another.

Example

You want to send a box of fruit trees to another state.

An inspector checks the trees for bugs and gives you a paper saying they're okay to ship.

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

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§ 5201 Plant Shipment Certification

As used in this chapter, “certificate” means the certification by a commissioner, deputy commissioner, or inspector of the pest condition or treatment of any shipment of plants. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 5206 County Plant Inspection Stations
  • § 5207 Plant Shipment Inspection Stations
  • § 5102 Plant Quarantine Officers
  • § 5203 Free Certification Fees
  • § 6501 Plant Quarantine Compliance Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 5201.
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