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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 6Pt. 3Ch. 2Art. 4§ 8214 Commercial Salmon Fishing Restrictions

§ 8214 Commercial Salmon Fishing Restrictions

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§ 8214 Commercial Salmon Fishing Restrictions

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't fish for salmon to sell near the mouth of Humboldt Bay.
  • •The no-fishing zone is 3 miles north and south of the bay's center.
  • •This rule is only for people fishing to make money, not for fun.

Example

A fisherman tries to catch salmon near Humboldt Bay to sell at the market.

If he fishes within 3 miles of the bay's mouth to sell the salmon, he’s breaking the law.

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

Official Source
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§ 8214 Commercial Salmon Fishing Restrictions

It is unlawful to take salmon for commercial purposes at the mouth of Humboldt Bay in those portions of Districts 6 and 7 within three nautical miles north and south of a line drawn due west for three nautical miles from the center of the mouth of that bay. (Enacted by Stats. 1957, Ch. 456.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

porthumboldt bay

Related Statutes

  • § 7363 Bay-Delta Fishing Advisory Committee
  • § 8215 Silver Salmon Sales Ban
  • § 10860 Waterfowl Refuge Area
  • § 10861 San Leandro Waterfowl Refuge
  • § 10911 Niguel Marine Life Refuge

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 8214.
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