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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 4Pt. 1Ch. 6Art. 1§ 5401 Pest Infestation Public Nuisance

§ 5401 Pest Infestation Public Nuisance

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§ 5401 Pest Infestation Public Nuisance

Key Takeaways

  • •If a place or thing has bugs or pests, it's a problem for everyone.
  • •The owner can get in trouble if they don't fix the pest problem.
  • •The law treats pest problems like other nuisances, like loud noise or bad smells.

Example

Your neighbor's house has rats running around.

If your neighbor doesn't get rid of the rats, they can be punished because rats are a public nuisance.

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

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§ 5401 Pest Infestation Public Nuisance

Any premises, plants, conveyances or things which are infected or infested with any pest, or premises where any pest is found, are a public nuisance, and shall be prosecuted as such in all actions and proceedings. All remedies which are given by law for the prevention and abatement of a nuisance apply to such a public nuisance. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

nuisancepropertyvehicleconveyancepreventionabatement

Related Statutes

  • § 5404 Emergency Pest Nuisance Abatement
  • § 5402 Public Nuisance Remedies
  • § 5421 Pest Infestation Control Notice
  • § 5422 Pest Infestation Notice Service
  • § 5428 County Nuisance Abatement Lien

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 5401.
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