2012 Revised Code of Washington
Title 16 - ANIMALS AND LIVESTOCK (Formerly: Animals, estrays, brands, and fences)
16.36 Animal health.
16.36.070 Danger of infection -- Emergencies.


WA Rev Code § 16.36.070 (2012) What's This?

RCW 16.36.070 Danger of infection — Emergencies.

When any local governing body notifies the director of the presence or probable danger of infection from any animal diseases, the director, state veterinarian, or a deputized state veterinarian shall respond immediately and take appropriate action. In case of an emergency, the director may appoint deputies or assistants with equal power to act.

[1998 c 8 § 7; 1947 c 172 § 6; 1927 c 165 § 7; Rem. Supp. 1947 § 3116. Prior: 1895 c 167 § 4.]


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