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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 21Pt. 2Ch. 1Art. 21§ 59246 Enforcement Of Marketing Orders

§ 59246 Enforcement Of Marketing Orders

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 59246 Enforcement Of Marketing Orders

Key Takeaways

  • •The Attorney General or a district attorney can take action if someone breaks the rules in this chapter or a marketing order.
  • •They can start a case if someone complains or if they find out about a violation themselves.
  • •The case can lead to criminal penalties for the person who broke the rules.

Example

A farmer sells fruits but doesn't follow the rules about how to package and label them.

If someone complains or the Attorney General finds out, they can take the farmer to court. The farmer might have to pay a fine or face other penalties for not following the rules.

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

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§ 59246 Enforcement Of Marketing Orders

The Attorney General, or any district attorney, shall upon complaint by the director or any other person, or may, upon his own initiative, if, after examination of the complaint and evidence he believes a violation has occurred, bring an action for criminal penalties in the name of the people of this state in any court of competent jurisdiction in this state against any person violating any provision of this chapter or any marketing order which is duly issued by the director and effective pursuant to this chapter. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

directorthe attorney generalevidenceviolationexaminationjurisdiction

Related Statutes

  • § 59241 Enforcement By Attorney General
  • § 9167 Attorney General Civil Penalties
  • § 59244 Administrative Hearing Findings
  • § 59247 Enforcing Marketing Order Violations
  • § 59232 Violation Penalties And Remedies

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 59246.
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