California · Fish and Game Code - FGC

FGC §9007: Any trap used without a buoy, or with a buoy which is not marked pursuant to Section 9006, is a public nuisance and shall be removed from the waters of this state by any person authorized to enforce t

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An unmarked or improperly marked trap in state waters is declared a public nuisance and may be removed by authorized enforcement personnel.

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Any trap used without a buoy, or with a buoy which is not marked pursuant to Section 9006, is a public nuisance and shall be removed from the waters of this state by any person authorized to enforce this code.

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