Maryland § 4-311
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-311, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-311.
(a) Shell eggs are adulterated if the shell eggs are:
(1) Contaminated by a pathogen, poisonous substance, or other deleterious substance; or
(2) Subjected to conditions likely to cause contamination that may render the shell eggs injurious to human health.
(b) If the Secretary finds that any shell eggs are adulterated or unfit for human consumption, the Secretary shall:
(1) Segregate the shell eggs; and
(2) Mark the shell eggs in a permanent manner to permit ready identification.
(c) (1) If no appeal is taken from a determination of condemnation, the Secretary shall destroy the shell eggs in a manner prescribed by regulation.
(2) If an appeal is taken, the condemned shell eggs shall be segregated and stored pending completion of an appeal inspection.
(3) The shell eggs may be destroyed in accordance with this section if the appeal is sustained.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-311
What does Maryland Code § 4-311 cover?
Section 4-311 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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