Violation Notices

Notices of Violations and Cease & Desist Orders

Notices of violation are sent after an inspection or investigation and indicate conditions in violation of Article III, Food Safety Rules and Regulations(PDF, 2MB). Some common notices of violation include, a business operating without a food permit or garbage on the ground outside of a food facility. After receiving a notice of violation, further enforcement actions may be taken if violation conditions persist.

Cease and desist orders are sent to business locations operating without a food permit and have been found in violation of Article III, Food Safety Rules and Regulations. This enforcement action is ordering the location or business to cease specified activities, such as operating a food facility without a valid food permit.