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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 20Ch. 4Art. 11§ 55120 Rice Inspection And Enforcement

§ 55120 Rice Inspection And Enforcement

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§ 55120 Rice Inspection And Enforcement

Key Takeaways

  • •The government can check places where rice is stored or processed if they think rules are being broken.
  • •If they find problems, they can take the rice away and even destroy it.
  • •They must tell the owner and give them a chance to explain before destroying the rice.

Example

A rice storage warehouse is accused of selling bad rice.

The government can go inside to check the rice. If they find it’s bad, they can take it away and destroy it, but they have to tell the owner first and listen to their side.

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

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§ 55120 Rice Inspection And Enforcement

The department may investigate complaints referred to it by the commission regarding alleged violations of this chapter. The department may enter and inspect the premises of any person subject to this chapter for the purpose of inspecting rice, rice processing, or handling activities governed by this chapter. If the department determines that violations have occurred, the department may take action authorized by this chapter, including, but not limited to, seizing and destroying rice. Rice may not be destroyed by the department without due notice to the person whose rice was seized and an informal hearing before the secretary pursuant to procedures adopted by the department. (Added by Stats. 2008, Ch. 414, Sec. 30. Effective January 1, 2009.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

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Related Statutes

  • § 52974 Noncompliant Cotton Seizure Authority
  • § 52975 Nuisance Abatement By District Attorney
  • § 52976 Cotton Disposal Court Order
  • § 11708 Pest Control License Requirements
  • § 18932.2 Administrative Penalties For Violations

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 55120.
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