Weighing and measuring devices: indications: display.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill updates California law regarding the placement of weighing and measuring devices used for commercial purposes. It prohibits placing these devices in a way that prevents customers and operators from accurately reading their indications. The bill clarifies this prohibition, ensuring that devices are positioned for clear readability. It also includes provisions related to the use and testing of such instruments.
Key provisions
- Prohibits placing weighing or measuring devices in a way that obscures readings.
- Defines ‘commercial purposes’ for the purpose of this law.
- Addresses the sealing and testing of weighing and measuring instruments.
- Specifies requirements for fixed locations and current seals on instruments.
- Includes provisions related to devices that automatically compute price.
- Addresses the delivery of devices for testing.
- Clarifies penalties for selling or using incorrect instruments.
- Exempts public utilities measuring gas, electricity, water, steam, or communication services.
Who is affected
- Retailers and businesses using weighing and measuring devices
- Customers purchasing goods weighed or measured
- Weights and measures officials
- Local government agencies responsible for enforcement
- Businesses that own or operate weighing and measuring equipment
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