Cal. FGC § 6400
This is the official text of Cal. FGC § 6400, 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 place, plant, or cause to be placed or planted, in any of the waters of this State, any live fish, any fresh or salt water animal, or any aquatic plant, whether taken without or within the State, without first submitting it for inspection to, and securing the written permission of, the department.
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