§ 21068. — 21068. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 653, Sec. 16.)

(a)
The secretary may issue a special permit to allow cattle to be transported out-of-state directly for immediate slaughter only, without the brand inspection required pursuant to this article, if all of the following conditions exist:
(1)
The cattle were inspected previously in a registered feedlot.
(2)
The cattle are transported to a licensed slaughterer.
(3)
The cattle are accompanied by a permit document issued by the secretary.
(b)
The secretary may charge a fee to cover the costs of issuing or renewing an annual permit. The fee may not exceed one hundred dollars ($100).
(c)
The secretary may, at any time, revoke the permit and require a brand inspection if the secretary determines that this action is necessary to enforce this division.

Legislative History

Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 653, Sec. 16. Effective January 1, 1997.