In the control, suppression, prevention, and eradication of equine diseases, the Commissioner or any duly authorized representative acting under his authority is authorized and required to quarantine an animal, premises, or any area when he shall determine that equines in such place or places are infected with a contagious or infectious disease, that the unsanitary condition of such place or places might cause the spread of such disease, that the animal has or has been exposed to any contagious or infectious disease, or that the owner or occupant of such place or places is not observing sanitary practices prescribed under the authority of this or any other equine law of this state.
History. Ga. L. 1969, p. 1021, § 6.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 4 - Prevention and Control of Disease in Livestock
§ 4-4-112. Sale, Auction, Transfer, or Moving of Equines
§ 4-4-113. Licensing and Bonding Requirements Generally
§ 4-4-114. Suspension, Cancellation, or Revocation of Licenses
§ 4-4-115. Inspections; Maintenance of Equines by Persons to Whom Article Applies
§ 4-4-116. Sales of Equines to Be in Compliance With Article, Rules, and Regulations
§ 4-4-117. Veterinary Services at Equine Sales; Fees
§ 4-4-119. Certification of Health of Animals Transported Into State
§ 4-4-121. Eradication Programs
§ 4-4-122. Indemnification for Equines Eradicated
§ 4-4-125. Promulgation of Rules and Regulations
§ 4-4-127. Penalty for Violations of Article, Rules, or Regulations