The Commissioner may require the registration and inspection of honeybee colonies as needed. Such inspections shall be made for the primary purpose of combating the spread of bee diseases, Africanized bees, or any other threat to honeybees in this state. All persons subject to this article shall be provided a reasonable opportunity to assist the inspectors in the inspection of such colonies.
History. Ga. L. 1966, p. 192, § 1; Code 1933, § 5-907, enacted by Ga. L. 1970, p. 197, § 1; Ga. L. 1990, p. 373, § 3; Ga. L. 2003, p. 794, § 1.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 14 - Sale of Agricultural and Forest Products
§ 2-14-40. License Required for Sale of Bees; Fee; Revocation of License
§ 2-14-41.1. Prohibition Against Restriction of Honeybee Production or Maintenance
§ 2-14-42. Inspections Authorized Generally
§ 2-14-43. Inspection of Honeybee Colonies; Assistance in Inspection
§ 2-14-44. Disposition of Infected Bees or Fixtures
§ 2-14-45. Compensation for Destroyed Property Authorized; Appraisal
§ 2-14-46. Importation of Honeybees or Secondhand Equipment Prohibited Without Special Permit
§ 2-14-47. Penalty for Violation of Article or Rules or Regulations