Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary commercial law framework governing sales and secured transactions. Article 2 covers sale of goods, while Article 9 addresses secured transactions if the payments are secured by the horse.
State-Specific Laws: Individual state regulations including specific equine laws, consumer protection statutes, livestock/animal health regulations, and state-specific contract requirements.
Interstate Commerce Laws: Federal regulations governing cross-state transactions, including interstate transportation requirements and health certificate mandates for horses crossing state lines.
Truth in Lending Act: Federal law governing financing arrangements, including mandatory disclosure requirements for payment terms and interest rate regulations.
State Equine Liability Acts: State-specific legislation addressing risk allocation, liability limitations, and required disclosures in equine transactions.
Animal Welfare Laws: Federal and state requirements governing animal care and transportation standards to ensure humane treatment.
Agricultural Laws: USDA regulations and state agricultural department requirements pertaining to livestock sales and transfers.
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement mandating written contracts for goods valued over $500, particularly relevant for horse sales contracts.
