Food and Agricultural Code § 77847

77847.

In addition to any other penalty imposed, the commission may require any person who fails to pay assessments or related charges pursuant to this article to furnish and maintain a surety bond in a form and amount and for a period of time specified by the commission as assurance that all payments to the commission shall be made when due. However, a bond shall not be required until the commission has made a reasonable attempt to obtain compliance from the handler.