This division and the regulations which are established pursuant to this division are of a statewide interest and concern and are intended to occupy the field. No local jurisdiction shall adopt ordinances, laws, or regulations which prevent, hinder, or delay the effect or application of this division or regulations established pursuant to this division. Regulations established pursuant to this division are not valid unless they are clearly consistent with a strict interpretation of this division and are necessary to effectuate the purpose of this division. The adoption of the regulations does not create any presumption of their necessity or validity.

(Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1531, Sec. 3.)

Terms Used In California Food and Agricultural Code 5323

  • Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
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