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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 18Ch. 5Art. 8§ 53512 Nursery Stock Label Protection

§ 53512 Nursery Stock Label Protection

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§ 53512 Nursery Stock Label Protection

Key Takeaways

  • •Don't mess with labels or tags on plants or trees sold in nurseries.
  • •Don't lie in ads about plants or trees you're selling.
  • •Don't stop or bother people who are checking if the rules are being followed.
  • •Follow the warnings or instructions on plant tags.

Example

You buy a tree from a nursery that has a tag saying it needs lots of sun, but someone scratched out the words and wrote 'shade' instead.

The person who changed the tag broke the law because they messed with the label, which could make the tree die if you plant it in the wrong place.

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

Official Source
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§ 53512 Nursery Stock Label Protection

It is unlawful for any person to do any of the following: (a) Detach, alter, deface, or destroy any label, warning tag, or notice which is provided for in this chapter or in the regulations which are adopted pursuant to it, or alter or substitute nursery stock, in a manner that may defeat the purpose of this chapter. (b) Disseminate any false or misleading advertisement concerning nursery stock in any manner or by any means. (c) Hinder or obstruct in any way any authorized person in the performance of his duties under this chapter. (d) Fail to comply with a warning tag or notice. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

performanceregulationstockadvertisement

Related Statutes

  • § 53302 Nursery Stock Advertising Definition
  • § 53362 Nursery Stock Inspection Access
  • § 53392 Nursery Stock Grade Sizes
  • § 53481 Nursery Stock Labeling Requirements
  • § 53482 Nursery Stock Labeling Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 53512.
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