Unauthorized use of registered brand -- Misdemeanor

Any person who knowingly places upon any livestock a mark or brand which has not been registered with the board shall, if such mark or brand duplicates one that is registered with the board, be guilty of a misdemeanor. Such duplication shall be the use of a similar brand, used in any position on the livestock designated for the use of a registered brand, such as the neck, shoulder, rib or hip. Effective:June 29, 2017