Coblentz v. United States Department of Agriculture

OPINION

MILLS, District Judge.

I

Mr. Wayne Coblentz is a dealer who buys and sells livestock for others on a commission basis. Coblentz, like other livestock dealers, is required to be registered under the Packers and Stockyards Act (“Act”). Section 312(a) of the Act prohibits any dealer from engaging in any unfair or deceptive practice in connection with the buying or selling of livestock. 7 U.S.C. § 213(a). Under the Act. a dealer must pay the full purchase price for livestock no later than one business day following the date of purchase. 7 U.S.C. § 228b(a). Any delay or attempt to delay the…