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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 0.5Ch. 1§ 29 Wildlife Taking Prohibition Period

§ 29 Wildlife Taking Prohibition Period

Fish and Game Code·California
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§ 29 Wildlife Taking Prohibition Period

This law says there are times when you can't hunt or catch certain animals, like birds, fish, or deer.

Key Takeaways

  • •There are times when hunting or fishing is not allowed.
  • •This rule is for all animals like birds, fish, and mammals.
  • •You can get in trouble if you break this rule.

Example

You want to go fishing in the summer.

If it's the 'closed season' for that type of fish, you can't catch them, even if you really want to.

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

Official Source
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§ 29 Wildlife Taking Prohibition Period

“Closed season” means that period of time during which the taking of birds, mammals, fish, amphibians, or reptiles is prohibited. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 154, Sec. 4. (AB 1527) Effective January 1, 2016.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

Closed seasontakingbirdsmammalsfishamphibiansreptiles

Related Statutes

  • § 62 Wildlife Hunting Seasons
  • § 19 Wildlife Possession Limits
  • § 1001 Wildlife Taking Authority
  • § 12159 Seizure Of Illegal Wildlife
  • § 12163 Wildlife Purchase Payment Requirement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 29.
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