Owners of seized farm goods get 3 months, not 6, to claim the sale money
When a county agricultural commissioner sells a seized crop or other farm commodity that isn't returned, the owner now has at least 3 months, down from 6, to prove ownership and claim the money before it goes to the county.
Who it affects
Owners of seized farm commodities and county agricultural commissioners
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 312: Agricultural theft prevention: retention and sale of agricultural commodity: holding and deposit of proceeds.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.