Paragraph 1: Provisions common to samples taken for the purposes of investigating offences

1° The surname, first names, position and residence of the authorised agent;2° The date, time and place where the sample was taken;3° The surname, first names and occupation, domicile or residence of the person from whom the sample was taken. If the sample is taken during transport, the name and address of the persons appearing on the consignment notes or bills of lading as the consignor and consignee;4° The serial…

The report referred to in article R. 512-10 in addition to a brief description of the sampling procedures, includes a description of the marks and labels affixed to the envelopes or containers. It also indicates the size of the batch of goods sampled, as well as any information deemed useful for establishing the authenticity of the samples taken, the identity of the goods and the exact name under which they…

When the sample is taken, a receipt is given to the owner or holder of the goods.It states the nature and quantities of samples taken.In the event of sampling during transport, the receipt is given to the representative of the transport company.

At least one of the samples shall be left with the owner or holder of the product, who shall under no circumstances alter the condition of the samples entrusted to him. The guarantee measures that may be imposed are set by the order mentioned in Article R. 512-12.

The report and, where applicable, the samples are deposited by the authorised agent with the administrative department that records the sampling. An order of the Minister for the Economy may authorise samples to be sent to any other administrative department. The administrative department that receives the samples registers them, records the identifier on the report and labels each sample attached to the report. Samples required for testing or analysis are…