Section 21068.

(a) The secretary may issue a special permit to allow cattle to be transported out-of-state directly for immediate slaughter only, without the brand inspection required pursuant to this article, if all of the following conditions exist:

(1) The cattle were inspected previously in a registered feedlot.

(2) The cattle are transported to a licensed slaughterer.

(3) The cattle are accompanied by a permit document issued by the secretary.

(b) The secretary may charge a fee to cover the costs of issuing or renewing an annual permit. The fee may not exceed one hundred dollars ($100).

(c) The secretary may, at any time, revoke the permit and require a brand inspection if the secretary determines that this action is necessary to enforce this division.

(Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 653, Sec. 16. Effective January 1, 1997.)