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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 6Pt. 1Ch. 6Art. 1§ 6653 Kelp Harvesting Regulations

§ 6653 Kelp Harvesting Regulations

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§ 6653 Kelp Harvesting Regulations

Key Takeaways

  • •The government can make rules to protect seaweed and water plants.
  • •These rules help make sure people don’t take too much or harm the plants when harvesting.
  • •The rules are there to keep these plants safe for the future.

Example

A company wants to harvest a lot of kelp from the ocean to sell.

The government can make rules to stop them from taking too much kelp, so there’s enough left for fish and other sea life. If the company breaks these rules, they can get in trouble.

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

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§ 6653 Kelp Harvesting Regulations

The commission may make such regulations as may be necessary to insure the proper harvesting of kelp and other aquatic plants. (Enacted by Stats. 1957, Ch. 456.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

commissionregulationsproper harvestingkelpaquatic plants

Related Statutes

  • § 6653.5 Agar Plant Drying Permits
  • § 6657 Kelp Harvesting Research Permits
  • § 6650 Kelp Harvesting License Requirement
  • § 6651 Kelp Harvesting License Fees
  • § 10502 Refuge Wildlife Control Permits

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 6653.
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