§ 335.1 - Scope and applicability of rules of practice.

(a) The Uniform Rules of Practice for the Department of Agriculture promulgated in subpart H of part 1, subtitle A, title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, are the Rules of Practice applicable to adjudicatory, administrative proceedings under sections 4, 6, 7(e), 8, and 401 of the Federal Meat Inspection Act (21 U.S.C. 604, 606, 607(e), 608 and 671). In addition, the Supplemental Rules of Practice set forth in subpart B of this part shall be applicable to such proceedings.

(b) The rules of practice set forth in subpart C of this part shall be applicable to the suspension of assignment of inspectors for threats to forcibly assault or forcible assault, intimidation or interference with any inspection service employee pursuant to § 305.5(b) of the regulations (9 CFR 305.5(b)) under the Federal Meat Inspection Act. In addition, the definitions applicable to proceedings under the Uniform Rules of Practice (7 CFR 1.132) shall apply with equal force and effect to proceedings under subpart C.

(c) The rules of practice set forth in subpart D of this part shall be applicable to the suspension of assignment of inspectors under section 3(b) of the Act (21 U.S.C. 603(b)). In addition, the definitions applicable to proceedings under the Uniform Rules of Practice (7 CFR 1.132) shall apply with equal force and effect to proceedings under part 313.