Fish & G. Code, § 5503 · Chapter 1. Miscellaneous
Fish & G. Code, § 5503
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
It is unlawful to take any fish for the sole purpose of removing its eggs except for the purpose of developing a brood stock for aquaculture purposes under Division 12 (commencing with Section 15000) pursuant to regulations promulgated by the Fish and Game Commission.
The commission shall also determine ownership and regulate distribution of progeny taken from wild brood stock, other than those obtained pursuant to Section 15300.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1486, Sec. 8.
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