Louisiana § RS 40:1265.2 - Private markets; inspection and operation

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§ RS 40:1265.2. Private markets; inspection and operation

            The Louisiana Department of Health shall regulate the inspection and operation of all private markets outside of the market zones. It shall provide general regulations for the operation of these private markets, including rules affecting their cleanliness and the wholesomeness of the goods offered for sale therein.

            Amended by Acts 1978, No. 786, §5, eff. July 17, 1978; Redesignated from R.S. 40:1242 by HCR 84 of 2015 R.S.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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