Food and Agricultural Code § 5702
ARTICLE 1. Hold Notices on Infested and Nearby Properties
If, in the opinion of the director or commissioner, the plant or other host or possible carrier is not infested or infected with the pest, or has been disinfected or cleaned so as to eradicate or control the pest, the director or commissioner shall in writing release it or issue the shipping permit or nursery stock certificate as the case may be.