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California Fish and Game Code

§ 8577

FGC § 8577 Effective Jan 1, 1995Div. 6 · Part 3 · Ch. 2 · Art. 16

Statute text

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Notwithstanding Section 8394, the director may close the drift gill net shark and swordfish fishery, the swordfish harpoon fishery, or any area where either or both fisheries are conducted, if, after a public hearing, the director determines the action is necessary to protect the swordfish or thresher shark and bonito (mako) shark resources. The director shall reopen a fishery or any fishing areas previously closed pursuant to this section if the director determines that the conditions which necessitated the closure no longer exist.

Legislative history

Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 439, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1995.

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