Minnesota § 17.04 - ENFORCEMENT OF FOOD LAWS

Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 17.04 — ENFORCEMENT OF FOOD LAWS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 17.04. ENFORCEMENT OF FOOD LAWS

The commissioner shall cause to be enforced all the provisions of all laws designed to prevent fraud and deception in the manufacture and sale of food and the several ingredients thereof, and shall have authority to take all proper educational measures to foster and promote the manufacture and sale of pure food products.

History:

(3793) 1921 c 495 s 6; 1961 c 128 s 2

Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 17.04

What does Minnesota Statutes § 17.04 cover?

Section 17.04 ("ENFORCEMENT OF FOOD LAWS") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. 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 Minnesota § 17.04?

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