11-20-208. Proof of prior ownership; penalties for furnishing false proof.
(a) When the proof of ownership inspection is used, inspectors shall require proof of ownership of livestock upon change of ownership as provided by W.S. 11-20-203(a) and an instrument evidencing such ownership shall be delivered by the shipper to the inspector who shall attach it to the form and return it to the agency.
(b) The furnishing of false proof of prior ownership is probable cause for investigation of a felony offense being committed. All livestock involved shall be remanded to the custody of the Wyoming livestock board pending the outcome of the investigation and criminal charges, if any. Costs incurred for maintenance of the livestock involved shall be paid by the person who furnished false proof of ownership. Should the investigation show the only offense involved is furnishing false proof of ownership, the person furnishing such false proof shall be fined not less than two hundred dollars ($200.00) or more than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00) or imprisoned for not more than six (6) months, or both.
Structure Wyoming Statutes
Title 11 - Agriculture, Livestock and Other Animals
Article 2 - Inspection for Brands
Section 11-20-202 - Duties of Board; Enforcement of Provisions.
Section 11-20-204 - Inspector Not to Inspect His Own Livestock; Penalty.
Section 11-20-205 - Procedures Generally; Estrays.
Section 11-20-208 - Proof of Prior Ownership; Penalties for Furnishing False Proof.
Section 11-20-209 - When Inspection Not Required.
Section 11-20-211 - When Inspection Not Required; Contiguous Range.
Section 11-20-212 - In-State Range Movement Permits.
Section 11-20-214 - Brand Inspector May Inspect at His Discretion; Voluntary Inspections.
Section 11-20-216 - Procurement, Form, Contents and Validity of Truck-Fleet Shipment Permit.
Section 11-20-220 - Diverted Shipments; Notice Thereof.
Section 11-20-221 - Common Carriers Not to Receive Livestock for Transportation Without Certificate.
Section 11-20-222 - Unbranded Calves; Inspection at Request of Stockman; Fee.
Section 11-20-223 - Out-of-State Accustomed Range Permits.
Section 11-20-224 - Permanent Brand Inspection Certificate; Application; Surrender to Board.
Section 11-20-225 - Annual Horse Brand Inspection Certificate; Surrender to Board; Fee.
Section 11-20-226 - Certificates to Be Signed and in Possession.
Section 11-20-227 - Fraudulent Use of Inspection Certificate and Movement Permit; Penalties.
Section 11-20-228 - Impounding of Vehicles; Lien.
Section 11-20-229 - Penalties for Violation of Certain Provisions.