Section 19242 Of Article 3. Pet Food And Horse Slaughterers From California Food And Agricultural Code >> Division 9. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 5. >> Article 3.

. The secretary, after notice and hearing, shall refuse to issue a license unless he or she finds that the applicant satisfies all of the following:
  (a) Is qualified to operate a slaughterhouse.
  (b) Is properly equipped to engage in the business of slaughtering in a clean and sanitary manner.
  (c) Has never been convicted of a felony involving adulterated or misbranded food.