21 USC 462: Reporting of violations; notice; opportunity to present views
Text contains those laws in effect on November 22, 2024
From Title 21-FOOD AND DRUGSCHAPTER 10-POULTRY AND POULTRY PRODUCTS INSPECTION
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§462. Reporting of violations; notice; opportunity to present views
Before any violation of this chapter is reported by the Secretary to any United States attorney for institution of a criminal proceeding, the person against whom such proceeding is contemplated shall be given reasonable notice of the alleged violation and opportunity to present his views orally or in writing with regard to such contemplated proceeding. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as requiring the Secretary to report for criminal prosecution violations of this chapter whenever he believes that the public interest will be adequately served and compliance with the chapter obtained by a suitable written notice or warning.