California § 19581 - No substance of any kind shall be administered by any means to a horse after it h
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§ 19581. No substance of any kind shall be administered by any means to a horse after it h
No substance of any kind shall be administered by any means to a horse after it has been entered to race in a horse race, unless the board has, by regulation, specifically authorized the use of the substance and the quantity and composition thereof. The board may require that the official veterinarian approve, in writing, the administration of those substances in accordance with the regulations of the board. Any medication or equipment used to dispense medication that is located within the inclosure is subject to search and inspection at the request of any board official.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 19581
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 19581 cover?
Section 19581 ("No substance of any kind shall be administered by any means to a horse after it h") 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 § 19581?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 19581 apply to my situation?
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