Definitions.
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 268.011
in effect268.011. Definitions. — When used in sections 268.011 to 268.171 :
(1) "Brand" means a permanent identification mark placed on the hide of a live animal by a hot iron, cryo-branding, or any other method approved by the director of a size at time of application not smaller than three inches in diameter;
(2) "Cryo-branding" means a brand produced by application of extreme cold temperature;
(3) "Director" means the director of the department of agriculture;
(4) "Person" means an individual, firm, association, partnership, or corporation; the singular shall also mean the plural where applicable.
(L. 1971 H.B. 134 § 1, A.L. 1992 H.B. 878)
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