- (1) "Cease-and-Desist order" means a written order issued by the division requiring a respondent to cease-and-desist violations and directing that positive steps be taken to mitigate any harm or damage arising from the violation.
- (2) "Citation" means a lawful notice, issued by the division, that is intended to immediately remedy a violation of agricultural statute or rule by a person, pursuant to Sections 4-2-304, 4-41-106, and 4-41a-801, and may include a penalty assessment or provide for a fine to take effect within a stated period.
- (3) "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food or the commissioner's designee.
- (4) "Division" means the Division of Specialized Products in the department.
(5) "Hold Order" means a written action by the division, that is issued to a person because of information that is known by the division, that identifies:
- (a) a danger to the public's health, safety or welfare, and warrants prompt action; or
- (b) a violation of statute or rule.
KEY: industrial hemp, medical cannabis, violations, kratom, compliance actions, hold orders, citations, cease and desist orders, license suspensions, hearings, enforcement, fines and penalties
Date of Last Change: November 13, 2025
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 4-2-103(1)(j); 4-2-302