abandoned bees or bee equipment

The State Apiarist, upon permission of the property owner or manager, may take possession and care for an apiary or honeybee colonies left untended on the property of another for a period of 12 months. History Note: Authority G.S. 106-639; Eff. January 1, 2011; Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. March 24, 2019.