Cal. FGC § 5500
This is the official text of Cal. FGC § 5500, part of California’s Fish and Game Code — regulates hunting, fishing, and wildlife conservation.
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Official statutory text
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.
(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.
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