MS HB1386

State Board of Cosmetology authorized to conduct random site inspections of licensed cosmetology establishments to prevent sale or use of adulterated or mislabeled products not otherwise regulated by law

Board inspectors granted access to cosmetology service locations during regular business hours to take product samples; State Chemist to provide laboratory analytical services to support inspections

Any person who impedes, obstructs, or hinders a board inspector performing duties is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by fine or up to 90 days in county jail

Board authorized to embargo suspected adulterated or misbranded products with notice; owners bear all embargo costs and may contest through county or circuit court; condemned products destroyed at owner's expense

District attorneys required to prosecute chronic persistent violations reported by the board; owners must receive notice and opportunity to present views before criminal proceedings are initiated