Nebraska Livestock Brand Laws Summary From State Digest
Nebraska requires brand recording with the Secretary of State for cattle hogs horses mules and swine while sheep brands go to the county clerk. Fees include 1 50 for recording and 50 cents every five years. Brands must be distinct conflict resolved by the Secretary of State with penalties up to 1000 in fines or a year in jail. Butchers must keep branded beef records and hides kept for inspection. general slaughterers must retain hides for three days. Altering another’s ear mark or brand is a misdemeanor with damages.