Rhode Island General Laws 21-17-7. False representations as to grade or size – Sale of inedible eggs
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No person, firm, or corporation shall falsely advertise, falsely label, or falsely represent in any manner the grade or size of eggs sold or offered for sale in Rhode Island. The sale of inedible eggs for human consumption as defined under the federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, 21 U.S.C. § 301 et seq., is prohibited. The sale of restricted eggs as defined by the federal Egg Products Inspection Act, 21 U.S.C. § 1031 et seq., is prohibited to retailers.
History of Section.
G.L. 1938, ch. 211, § 6; P.L. 1947, ch. 1880, § 1; G.L. 1956, § 21-17-7; P.L. 1977, ch. 171, § 1.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 21-17-7
- Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
- person: may be construed to extend to and include co-partnerships and bodies corporate and politic. See Rhode Island General Laws 43-3-6