Section 25214.24.
Cal. Health and Safety Code - HSC § 25214.24.
in effect(a)
When taking an action authorized pursuant to Section 25214.23, an authorized representative of the department may secure a sample of a package, packaging component, or product in a package. If the representative obtains a sample prior to leaving the premises, he or she shall leave a receipt describing the sample obtained.
(b)
The department shall return, upon request, a sample that is not destroyed during testing when the department no longer has any purpose for retaining
the sample.
(c)
A sample that is secured in compliance with this section and found to be in compliance with this article that is destroyed during testing shall be subject to a claim for reimbursement.
References
referencesCal. Health and Safety Code - HSC § 25214.23.
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