The department may, within the limits of appropriations, purchase or otherwise acquire the right to use and maintain lands and buildings, horses, motor equipment, and other commodities, equipment, and services deemed essential by it for the needs of the division or its employees in carrying out their duties.
The department may sell any property which becomes unnecessary or unfit for further use. All moneys received therefor shall be paid into the state treasury and credited to the general fund.
La. Public Health and Safety § 40:1377