Section 34564 Of Article 3. Branded Containers From California Food And Agricultural Code >> Division 15. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 10. >> Article 3.
34564
. An "unauthorized person" with respect to possession of
containers (including milk cases), cabinets, or other dairy equipment
marked with a brand that is registered pursuant to this chapter
includes any person in possession of this equipment except the
following:
(a) The brand registrant or owner.
(b) A person in possession in compliance with the provisions of
Sections 34561 or 34562.
(c) A person who, with the consent of the brand registrant or any
other authorized person, has temporary possession of branded
containers (including milk cases) as a result of the purchase of milk
or milk products packaged and transported in the containers.
As to any containers (including milk cases), cabinets, or other
dairy equipment marked with a brand registered pursuant to this
chapter, the following acts are punishable under the provisions of
Chapter 12.6 (commencing with Section 565) of Title 13 of Part 1 of
the Penal Code:
(a) Possession or use of the branded containers, cabinets, or
other dairy equipment by an unauthorized person.
(b) Obliteration of the registered brand on the containers,
cabinets or other dairy equipment, except by the owner thereof or the
brand registrant.