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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 9Ch. 1§ 12001 Illegal Wildlife Taking Penalties

§ 12001 Illegal Wildlife Taking Penalties

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§ 12001 Illegal Wildlife Taking Penalties

This law says it's a felony to capture any bird or mammal when an official order says you can't.

Key Takeaways

  • •Covers all birds and mammals.
  • •Only illegal if you go against an order under Section 12150.
  • •Breaking it is a felony, which is a serious crime.

Example

A wildlife agency issues an order that no one may take a protected hawk. If someone still catches the hawk, they break this law.

Because the person took a bird (the hawk) while the order was in place, they can be charged with a felony.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 12001 Illegal Wildlife Taking Penalties

Any person who takes any bird or mammal in violation of an order issued pursuant to Section 12150 of this code, is guilty of a felony. (Amended by Stats. 1961, Ch. 2210.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

birdmammalfelonySection 12150

Related Statutes

  • § 10513 Wildlife Taking In Refuges
  • § 2000 Wildlife Taking And Possession
  • § 2002 Possession Of Illegally Taken Wildlife
  • § 3000 Nighttime Hunting Restrictions
  • § 3007 Hunting License Requirement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 12001.
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