California § 19052 - If the director determines that any animal raised for the production of any food
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 19052 — If the director determines that any animal raised for the production of any food, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19052. If the director determines that any animal raised for the production of any food
If the director determines that any animal raised for the production of any food product is or may be carrying in its body pesticides, poisons, or other deleterious substances, including, but not limited to, veterinary biologicals, antibiotics, pesticides, and heavy metal poisons which may render any food product from such animal injurious to human health, he may order the animal held on the premises where it is found or elsewhere until he has determined that the animal may safely be released for human food purposes. The director may require the segregation of animals held under such an order.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 19052
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 19052 cover?
Section 19052 ("If the director determines that any animal raised for the production of any food") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 19052?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 19052 apply to my situation?
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