Each livestock dealer shall keep complete records of all business transactions concerning livestock handled by the dealer. The records must contain the following information:

1. (1) The names and addresses of all persons who have purchased, sold, consigned, or taken consignment of livestock;
2. (2) The dates of all purchases, sales, and deliveries of livestock; and

3. (3) A description of the livestock, including brands.

   The records must be available to the board or its authorized agent, the Brand Board or its authorized agent, and any authorized peace officer. Such records must be maintained for a minimum of seven years.

Source: 12 SDR 41, effective September 17, 1985; 12 SDR 128, 12 SDR 154, effective July 1, 1986; 18 SDR 55, effective September 23, 1991; 34 SDR 100, effective October 22, 2007.

General Authority: SDCL 40-3-14 , 40-15A-8.2.

Law Implemented: SDCL 40-15A-8.2.