Section 19262.

Cal. Food and Agricultural Code - FAC § 19262.
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The secretary, after notice and hearing, shall refuse to issue a license unless he or she finds that the applicant satisfies all of the following: (a) Is qualified to operate a processing plant. (b) Is properly equipped to engage in the business of processing in a clean and sanitary manner. (c) Has never been convicted of a felony involving adulterated or misbranded food.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026

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