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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 4Pt. 1Ch. 1Art. 1§ 3002 Hunting From Vehicles Prohibited

§ 3002 Hunting From Vehicles Prohibited

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§ 3002 Hunting From Vehicles Prohibited

This law says you can't shoot at animals like birds or mammals from a boat, car, or airplane.

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't shoot at animals from a car, boat, or airplane.
  • •This includes birds, mammals, and even marine mammals like seals.
  • •It doesn't matter if the boat or car is moving or not—shooting from them is still illegal.

Example

If you're in a boat and see a duck, you can't shoot at it from the boat.

Shooting at animals from a moving vehicle or boat is not allowed.

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

Official Source
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§ 3002 Hunting From Vehicles Prohibited

It is unlawful to shoot at any game bird or mammal, including a marine mammal as defined in Section 4500, from a powerboat, sailboat, motor vehicle, or airplane. (Amended by Stats. 1975, Ch. 786.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

game birdmammalmarine mammalpowerboatsailboatmotor vehicleairplane

Related Statutes

  • § 3501 Driving Game Birds Prohibited
  • § 10513 Wildlife Taking In Refuges
  • § 2001 Wildlife Harvesting Limits
  • § 3000 Nighttime Hunting Restrictions
  • § 3005.5 Wildlife Capture And Possession

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 3002.
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