Utah Admin. Code 58-26-7

Current through Bulletin 2024-24, December 15, 2024

Section R58-26-7 - Verification of Ownership

1) A permittee shall verify the ownership of an animal prior to slaughter.

2) Prior to slaughter the permittee shall ensure:

a) the animal bears the registered brand or mark owned by the owner of the animal;

b) if no brand or mark appears on the animal, other evidence of ownership is shown; or

c) the permittee has a valid brand certificate issued by a department brand inspector.

3) Verification of ownership shall occur during daylight hours.

4) A permittee shall consult with the department if the permittee is unsure of or cannot verify ownership of the animal presented for custom exempt slaughter.

5) A permittee shall record the number, sex, and breed of animal, with the owner's name.

Utah Admin. Code R58-26-7

Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-14, effective 7/7/2020