California · Fish and Game Code - FGC

FGC §62: “Open season” means that period of time during which the taking of birds, mammals, fish, reptiles, or amphibians is allowed as prescribed in this code and regulations adopted by the commission.

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Open season is the time period when taking birds, mammals, fish, reptiles, or amphibians is legally permitted under state code and commission regulations.

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“Open season” means that period of time during which the taking of birds, mammals, fish, reptiles, or amphibians is allowed as prescribed in this code and regulations adopted by the commission. If used to define the period of time during which take is allowed “season” means “open season.”

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