California · Fish and Game Code - FGC

FGC §3504: Subject to the provisions of this code permitting the sale of domestically raised game birds, it is unlawful to sell or purchase a game bird or nongame bird.

Misdemeanor

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It is unlawful to sell or purchase game birds or nongame birds, except for domestically raised game birds permitted under state law.

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Subject to the provisions of this code permitting the sale of domestically raised game birds, it is unlawful to sell or purchase a game bird or nongame bird.

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