Rhode Island General Laws Title 21. Food and Drugs § 21-31.1-11. Inspections and samples

For purposes of enforcement of this chapter authorized representatives of the director, upon presenting appropriate credentials to the owner, operator, or agent in charge, are authorized: (1) to enter, at reasonable times, any premises in which veterinary drugs are held for distribution in the state of Rhode Island; (2) to inspect at reasonable times and within reasonable limits in a reasonable manner, the premises and all pertinent records, equipment, materials, container, and facilities bearing on whether the veterinary drugs are in compliance with this chapter; and (3) to collect samples. No inspection authorized by this section shall extend to financial information, sales information (other than shipment information), pricing information, or personnel information (other than information as to qualifications of technical and professional personnel performing functions subject to this chapter). Each inspection shall be commenced and completed with reasonable promptness.