§ 21455 Cattle Slaughter Hide Requirements

Food and Agricultural Code·California

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•If you kill a cow or calf and you're not a licensed slaughterer, you must keep the hide (skin) with the brands on it.
•You can't change or damage the hide in any way.
•You must show the hide to an inspector or police officer if they ask to see it.

Example

A farmer kills a cow on their property to feed their family.

The farmer must keep the cow's hide with the brands on it exactly as it is. They can't cut or change the hide. If a police officer or inspector comes and asks to see the hide, the farmer must show it to them.

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§ 21455 Cattle Slaughter Hide Requirements

Every person not a licensed slaughterer that slaughters any cattle or calves and does not send the carcass and hide to a licensed frozen food locker plant pursuant to Section 22003 shall do all of the following: (a) Keep in his possession the hide, with the brands attached to it, without any alteration or disfiguration, until the hide is inspected or released. (b) Exhibit the hide to any inspector or peace officer on demand. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

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licensed slaughterer hide brands inspector peace officer

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 21455.

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