California · Fish and Game Code - FGC

FGC §6400: It is unlawful to place, plant, or cause to be placed or planted, in any of the waters of this State, any live fish, any fresh or salt water animal, or any aquatic plant, whether taken without or with

Misdemeanor

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It is unlawful to place live fish, aquatic animals, or plants in state waters without first obtaining written permission from the department after inspection.

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It is unlawful to place, plant, or cause to be placed or planted, in any of the waters of this State, any live fish, any fresh or salt water animal, or any aquatic plant, whether taken without or within the State, without first submitting it for inspection to, and securing the written permission of, the department.

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