Cal. FGC § 15509

This is the official text of Cal. FGC § 15509, part of California’s Fish and Game Code — regulates hunting, fishing, and wildlife conservation.

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Official statutory text

No person may move, or allow to be moved, any of the aquatic plants or animals which are subject to a quarantine established pursuant to Section 15505 across the quarantine line which is established, unless the person has first obtained a permit from the director authorizing the movement.

The director may issue a permit after inspection, if the aquatic plants or animals, premises, transportation vehicles, and equipment which are subject to the quarantine established pursuant to Section 15505 are properly cleaned and disinfected.

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