California · Fish and Game Code - FGC

FGC §10657.5: Except as expressly provided in this division, it is unlawful to enter the Hopkins Marine Life Refuge for the purpose of taking or possessing any fish or marine plants or to take or possess any fish o

Misdemeanor

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It is unlawful to enter Hopkins Marine Life Refuge to take or possess fish or marine plants, except as expressly allowed. Navigation under federal law is permitted.

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Except as expressly provided in this division, it is unlawful to enter the Hopkins Marine Life Refuge for the purpose of taking or possessing any fish or marine plants or to take or possess any fish or marine plants in the Hopkins Marine Life Refuge. Section 10657 and this section do not prohibit or restrict navigation in the Hopkins Marine Life Refuge pursuant to federal law.

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