Oklahoma § 4-30.4 - Licensure
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 4-30.4 — Licensure, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-30.4. Licensure
A. A person shall not act, offer to act, or hold himself or
herself out as a commercial pet breeder or operate an animal shelter
in this state unless the person holds a license obtained pursuant to
the Commercial Pet Breeders and Animal Shelter Licensing Act for
each facility that the person owns or operates in this state.
B. It shall be unlawful for any person to act as a commercial
pet breeder licensee, or operate as an animal shelter licensee, or
to hold himself or herself out as such, unless the person shall have
been licensed to do so under the Commercial Pet Breeders and Animal
Shelter Licensing Act.
C. An applicant for an animal shelter or commercial pet breeder
license shall meet the criteria established by the State Board of
Agriculture through rules promulgated pursuant to the Commercial Pet
Breeders and Animal Shelter Licensing Act.
D. Any animal shelter operator or commercial pet breeder that
applies for an animal shelter or commercial pet breeder license no
later than September 1, 2013, shall not be required to meet any
cage-size requirement more stringent than United States Department
of Agriculture standards. Regardless of license application date,
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 4. Animals
any animal shelter operator or commercial pet breeder replacing or
adding cages after September 1, 2013, shall meet the cage-size
requirements as of the date of replacement or addition.
Added by Laws 2012, c. 302, § 4, eff. July 1, 2012. Amended by Laws
2013, c. 289, § 4.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 4-30.4
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 4-30.4 cover?
Section 4-30.4 ("Licensure") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma § 4-30.4?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 4-30.4" (Oklahoma). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Oklahoma official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney.
How does Oklahoma § 4-30.4 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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