§ 21-11-6. Stamping of meat — Sale of unstamped meat prohibited.
The director of health shall cause to be prepared a suitable stamp for impression upon the carcass of any animal or part of the carcass or any meat, meat product, or meat food product which has been examined and found to be sound, healthful, wholesome, and fit for human consumption. The carcass of any animal or part of the carcass or any meat, meat product, or meat food product not impressed in this manner shall be unsalable as food, and if exposed or offered for sale shall be confiscated.
History of Section.P.L. 1935, ch. 2265, §§ 5, 6; G.L. 1938, ch. 264, §§ 4-6; P.L. 1943, ch. 1306, § 1; G.L. 1956, § 21-11-6.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Section 21-11-1. - “Animals” defined.
Section 21-11-2. - Sale of meat not handled in compliance with provisions.
Section 21-11-3. - License required for processing and packing houses.
Section 21-11-4. - Issuance and term of licenses — Suspension or revocation.
Section 21-11-5. - Regulations concerning processing and packing plants.
Section 21-11-6. - Stamping of meat — Sale of unstamped meat prohibited.
Section 21-11-6.1. - Watering of meat.
Section 21-11-7. - Processing for private use.
Section 21-11-8. - Federally inspected meat exempt.
Section 21-11-9. - Penalties for violations.
Section 21-11-10. - Enforcement — Prosecution of violations.