Notwithstanding Section 9141 of the Food and Agricultural Code, animals that die from infectious diseases or that are euthanized because they are suspected of having been exposed to infectious disease shall be treated with a treatment technology approved by the department for that use if, in the opinion of the attending veterinarian or local health officer, the carcass presents a danger of infection to humans.
Cal. Health & Safety Code § 118240
Treatment
Known as the Medical Waste Management Act
The act spans §§ 117600 to 118360 (152 sections).
Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 564, Sec. 73
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