Fish & G. Code, § 5500 · Chapter 1. Miscellaneous
Fish & G. Code, § 5500
Verbatim from the official edition
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
It is unlawful to use explosives in the waters of the state inhabited by fish, except in one of the following circumstances:
(a) Pursuant to a permit first obtained by the user from the department, consistent with terms and conditions set by the commission. The department’s decision to grant or deny a permit may be appealed to the commission by any person.
(b) In an emergency, to remove an accidental obstruction to the flow of water.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 132, Sec. 101. (AB 1760) Effective January 1, 2024.
Source of truth
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- As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
- Official file
- https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=FGC§ionNum=5500.
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