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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 14Ch. 8§ 31507 Livestock Summons Service Rules

§ 31507 Livestock Summons Service Rules

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§ 31507 Livestock Summons Service Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •Anyone over 18 can hand over a summons, or it can be sent by registered mail to the last known address of the owner or person in charge.
  • •The owner of the hurt animals or the person who complains has to pay for the costs of the summons.

Example

Your neighbor's cow gets hurt because you didn't fix your fence. The neighbor wants to tell you officially that you need to pay for the cow's vet bills.

Your neighbor can ask any adult to give you the official papers, or send them by registered mail to your last known address. You have to pay for the cost of sending those papers because you own the fence that caused the problem.

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

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§ 31507 Livestock Summons Service Rules

The service of the summons may be made by any person over the age of 18 years or by registered mail to the last known address of the owner or person in charge. Any expense connected with the summons shall be borne by the owner of the livestock or poultry which was injured or the party that makes the complaint. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

summonsregistered mailownerlivestockpoultrycomplaint

Related Statutes

  • § 31501 Dog Livestock Damage Liability
  • § 31503 Dog Damage To Livestock
  • § 31153 Dog Seizure On Livestock Property
  • § 21734 Cattle Sales Bond Requirements
  • § 24005 Horse Trainer Responsibility Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 31507.
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