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Arkansas Code Title 2. Agriculture § 2-16-306. Implementation of provisions

Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a)(1) The provisions of this subchapter and the rules promulgated hereunder shall be carried out by the Director of the State Plant Board, who shall serve without extra compensation.

(2) The director may, with the approval of the State Plant Board, employ such inspectors or other employees as may be required and may incur such expenses as may be necessary, within the limits of the appropriation made by law or declared by the Governor.

(b) For the purposes of carrying out the requirements of this subchapter, and the rules made and notices given pursuant thereto, the inspectors and employees of the Department of Agriculture shall have the right to enter into or upon any place and for purpose of inspection to open any bundle, package, or other container of plants, plant products, articles, or substances.

(c)(1) In the enforcement of this subchapter and of the rules made pursuant thereto, the board may summon witnesses; require the production of any books, papers, or documents it deems material; administer oaths; and hear witnesses.

(2) It shall be the duty of each sheriff in the state to serve a summons when requested by the board.

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