§ 38-12a-23

38-12A-23. Filing of complaint against seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer--Time limitation--Filing of answer.The consumer shall make a signed complaint against the seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer alleging that damages may have been sustained. The consumer shall file the complaint with the secretary and shall send a copy of the complaint to the seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer by United States registered mail. Except in case of seed which has not been planted the claim shall be filed within such time as to permit effective inspection of the plants under field conditions. Within five working days after receipt of a copy of complaint, the seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer shall file with the secretary his answer to the complaint and send a copy to the consumer by United States registered mail. Source: SL 1988, ch 314, §22.