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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 10Ch. 8Art. 2§ 21747 Cattle Salesyard Brand Inspection

§ 21747 Cattle Salesyard Brand Inspection

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§ 21747 Cattle Salesyard Brand Inspection

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't sell cows at a public place unless a special person checks their brands first.
  • •You also can't let cows leave a public place without this check.
  • •This rule is to make sure cows aren't stolen or lost.

Example

A farmer wants to sell his cows at a big animal market.

Before the farmer can sell his cows, someone has to check the special marks on the cows to make sure they belong to him. If he tries to sell them without this check, he's breaking the law.

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

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§ 21747 Cattle Salesyard Brand Inspection

It is unlawful for any person to sell cattle at a public salesyard or release cattle from public salesyards unless an inspector has made a brand inspection of animals which are consigned or shipped to such yard. (Amended by Stats. 1969, Ch. 730.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

brand inspectionpublic salesyard

Related Statutes

  • § 21733 Cattle Salesyard Licensing Requirements
  • § 21743 Cattle Consignment Sale Records
  • § 21744 Cattle Sale Documentation Requirements
  • § 21746 Cattle Brand Inspection Fees
  • § 21749 Unlicensed Cattle Sales Penalty

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 21747.
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