Section 5574 Of Article 2. Institution Of Proceedings From California Food And Agricultural Code >> Division 4. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 7. >> Article 2.

. Upon the filing of the petition, the court shall issue a citation which requires that the owner or person that is in charge or in possession of the property appear at a time and place which is specified to show cause why the neglected or abandoned plant or crop should not be removed or destroyed.