§ 1598. Notice of intention to prosecute

Before any violation of this chapter is reported by the Secretary of Agriculture to any United States attorney for institution of a criminal proceeding, the person against whom such proceeding is contemplated shall be given appropriate notice and an opportunity to prevent ^[1] his views, either orally or in writing, with regard to such contemplated proceeding.

[1] So in original. Probably should be “present”.

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§ 1598. Notice of intention to prosecute