R58-26-7. Verification of Ownership

1) A permittee shall verify the ownership of an animal prior to slaughter. 2) Prior to slaughter the permittee shall ensure: a) the animal bears the registered brand or mark owned by the owner of the animal; b) if no brand or mark appears on the animal, other evidence of ownership is shown; or c) the permittee has a valid brand certificate issued by a department brand inspector. 3) Verification of ownership shall occur during daylight hours. 4) A permittee shall consult with the department if the permittee is unsure of or cannot verify ownership of the animal presented for custom exempt slaughter. 5) A permittee shall record the number, sex, and breed of animal, with the owner's name.