Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 32 - LIVESTOCK
Chapter 32.18 - BRANDING AND INSPECTION
Subchapter 32.18.2 - Issuance of Inspection Certificates and Transportation Permits
Rule 32.18.201 - BRAND INSPECTION
Universal Citation: MT Admin Rules 32.18.201
Current through Register Vol. 6, March 22, 2024
(1) All livestock presented to a state stock inspector or a deputy stock inspector for a brand inspection must be inspected during daylight hours.
(a) Livestock may be inspected while on
vehicles only when:
(i) the inspector can
safely read all marks and brands; and
(ii) the animals are on an open truck or in a
horse trailer.
(2) The inspection shall permit the movement of livestock from the place of inspection immediately to the destination shown on the inspection certificate.
(a) Diversion
or off-loading of the livestock is not allowed without further inspection:
(i) except for purposes of feed or water;
and
(ii) only if there is no
livestock at the off-loading place with which the livestock on the vehicle can
mix or mingle.
(3) The inspection certificate shall permit the movement of livestock identified thereon for no more than 36 hours after time of issue.
81-3-202, MCA; IMP, 81-3-203, 81-3-211, 81-3-213, 81-3-214, MCA;
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