§ 16522

Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 318.

Evidence of ownership of an animal or hide may include any of the following:

(a)A recorded brand registered in the name of the person in possession of the animal or hide.
(b)A brand inspection certificate.
(c)A bill of sale from the owner of the brand on the animal or hide.
(d)In the case of an unbranded animal or hide, a bill of sale which gives a description of the breed, sex, color, and natural markings, if any.
(e)A dairy exemption number.

Other sections in Article 2 - Proof of Ownership

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