Tennessee § 63-12-129 - Enforcement.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 63-12-129 — Enforcement., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 63-12-129. Enforcement.
The enforcement of the laws and rules of the board regulating the practicing of veterinary medicine in this state is primarily vested in the board, who may have the following powers and duties: To employ investigators, counsel and clerical assistance or any other necessary personnel; To inspect all veterinary facilities to determine sanitary conditions, physical equipment, methods of operation, keeping of records, etc. This inspection shall be by a member of the board or a licensed veterinarian representing the board; To inspect licenses; and To conduct investigations of all alleged violations. The powers granted to the board shall not curtail or in any manner affect or eliminate the duties, efforts and assistance of the department of health in the enforcement of this chapter. All expenses, compensation or fees incurred in connection with enforcement duties and powers shall be paid from the funds of the board and in all respects treated as other expenses of the board, subject to this chapter. Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 29; T.C.A., § 63-1229; Acts 1996, ch. 771, § 4; 1996, ch. 773, § 3.
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What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 63-12-129 cover?
Section 63-12-129 ("Enforcement.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. 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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