Horse and cattle identification — Inspection when consigned for sale.

RCW 16.57.400
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Horses and cattle may be identified by individual identification certificates or other means of identification authorized by the director. The certificates or other means of identification are valid only for the use of the owner in whose name it is issued. Horses and cattle identified pursuant to this section are only subject to inspection when the animal is consigned for sale. Horses and cattle may be identified by individual identification certificates or other means of identification authorized by the director. The certificates or other means of identification are valid only for the use of the owner in whose name it is issued. Horses and cattle identified pursuant to this section are only subject to inspection when the animal is consigned for sale.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=16.57&full=trueFetched: 6/28/2026

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