California · Penal Code

PEN §653q: It is unlawful to import into this state for commercial purposes, to possess with intent to sell, or to sell within the state, the dead body, or any part or product thereof, of any seal.

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is illegal to import, possess for sale, or sell seal bodies or parts within the state for commercial purposes. Violation is a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months jail and/or $1,000–$5,000 fine.

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It is unlawful to import into this state for commercial purposes, to possess with intent to sell, or to sell within the state, the dead body, or any part or product thereof, of any seal. Any person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject to a fine of not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) and not to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000) or imprisonment in the county jail for not to exceed six months, or both such fine and imprisonment, for each violation.

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