1. A. Nothing in R.S. 3:372 et seq. or this Chapter shall require the mandatory branding or marking of livestock.
2. B. However, any brands or marks that are used in the branding or marking of livestock within the state of Louisiana shall be recorded with the department.
3. C. It is a violation of R.S. 3:372 et seq., and this Chapter to affix a brand or mark that is not recorded with the department onto any animal.
4. D. Recordation of brands or marks in other states are not automatically reciprocal in Louisiana. Persons wishing to use brands or marks recorded in other states shall apply to the department and be approved in accordance with the Livestock Brand Law and this Chapter to record that brand or mark to be able to use that brand or mark within Louisiana.

Authority Note

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 3:736.

Historical Note

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, Office of Animal Health and Food Safety, Livestock Brand Commission, LR 48:391 (March 2022).