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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 5Pt. 4Ch. 2Art. 1§ 11223 Bear Trap Restrictions

§ 11223 Bear Trap Restrictions

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§ 11223 Bear Trap Restrictions

This law says hunters or trappers who are trying to control or get rid of bears cannot use traps that have iron or steel jaws.

Key Takeaways

  • •Only traps without iron or steel jaws can be used for bear control.
  • •The rule applies to any hunter or trapper working under this article.
  • •Using a prohibited trap can lead to legal trouble.

Example

A hunter sets a steel‑jawed trap in the woods to catch a bear.

Because the trap has iron or steel jaws, the hunter is breaking the law that bans that kind of trap for bear control.

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

Official Source
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§ 11223 Bear Trap Restrictions

No iron or steel-jawed trap shall be used by any hunter or trapper who is engaged in controlling or eradicating any bears pursuant to this article. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

iron or steel-jawed trapcontrolling or eradicating any bears

Related Statutes

  • § 10901 Garbage Definition Exclusions
  • § 11221 Coyote And Bear Control
  • § 11222 Federal Wildlife Cooperation Contracts
  • § 12751 Definitions For Chapter Construction
  • § 12752 Plant Tissue Defoliation Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 11223.
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