California § 12997. 12997. (Amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 843, Sec. 2.)

California Statutes

§ 12997. — 12997. (Amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 843, Sec. 2.)

California § 12997.

JurisdictionCalifornia

Code FACFood and Agricultural Code - FAC

Div. 7.DIVISION 7. AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS, LIVESTOCK REMEDIES, AND COMMERCIAL FEEDS

Ch. 2.CHAPTER 2. Pesticides

Art. 12.ARTICLE 12. Penalties and Injunctive Relief

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Cal. Food and Agricultural Code - FAC Code § 12997. (2026).

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In lieu of seeking prosecution of any violation of this division as a misdemeanor, and the penalty prescribed in Section 12996, the director may prosecute civilly pursuant to Sections 12998 and 12999, or may levy civil penalties pursuant to Section 12999.4 or the commissioner may levy civil penalties pursuant to Section 12999.5.

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