California · Fish and Game Code - FGC

FGC §8257: The permit number of the person owning or in command of any boat used to take lobster shall be visibly displayed on both sides of the boat in 10-inch black numbers, one inch wide, on a white backgroun

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Boat owners or operators who take lobster must display their permit number on both sides of the boat using 10-inch black numbers on a white background.

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The permit number of the person owning or in command of any boat used to take lobster shall be visibly displayed on both sides of the boat in 10-inch black numbers, one inch wide, on a white background.

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