Customary use and metric system

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A. The system of weights and measures in customary use in the United States and the metric system of weights and measures are jointly recognized. Either one or both of these systems shall be used for all commercial purposes in the state.

B. The definitions of basic units of weight and measure, the tables of weight and measure, and weights and measures equivalents as published by the National Conference on Weights and Measures are recognized and shall govern weighing and measuring equipment and transactions in the state.

Added by Laws 1976, c. 108, § 2, emerg. eff. May 12, 1976. Amended by Laws 2000, c. 243, § 55, emerg. eff. May 24, 2000. Renumbered from § 5-61b of this title by Laws 2000, c. 243, § 126, emerg. eff. May 24, 2000.


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