Agents of the board other than peace officers must be in possession of 9 C.F.R. §§ 3.1 through 3.142 (January 1, 2021). Knowledge of this publication must be demonstrated during an interview by the state veterinarian, before appointment as an agent of the board. An agent must be of reputable character and possess general animal health knowledge demonstrated by letters of reference from two citizens knowledgeable about the individual. One letter of reference must be written by a licensed and accredited veterinarian from the community in which the agent resides.

Source: 18 SDR 55, effective September 23, 1991; 34 SDR 100, effective October 22, 2007; 37 SDR 47, effective September 20, 2010; 39 SDR 32, effective September 3, 2012 ; 48 SDR 39, effective October 4, 2021 .

General Authority: SDCL 40-1-25 .

Law Implemented: SDCL 40-1-25 .

Prior versions effective: 2012-09-03.