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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 3Ch. 5§ 2541 Guide License Bond Requirement

§ 2541 Guide License Bond Requirement

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§ 2541 Guide License Bond Requirement

This law says that anyone who wants to be a licensed guide must get a special promise (called a surety bond) worth at least $1,000. This promise ensures they will do their job well and treat their clients fairly.

Key Takeaways

  • •You need a $1,000 surety bond to get a guide license.
  • •The bond must be valid for the entire time your license is active.
  • •Without this bond, you won’t get your license.

Example

Imagine someone wants to become a fishing guide and take people on fishing trips.

Before they can get their license, they must show they have a $1,000 surety bond. This bond is like a promise that they will do their job correctly and not scam their customers. If they don’t have this bond, they won’t get their license.

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

Official Source
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§ 2541 Guide License Bond Requirement

Each applicant for a guide license shall submit proof of having obtained a surety bond in the amount of not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000), conditioned on faithful performance of the guide and the guide’s agents or employees in fulfilling their responsibilities to their clients. No guide license shall be issued to any applicant who does not submit proof of having a bond that is valid for the term of the license. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 132, Sec. 51. (AB 1760) Effective January 1, 2024.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

guide licensesurety bondfaithful performanceone thousand dollars ($1,000)

Related Statutes

  • § 2536 Guide Licensing Requirements
  • § 2537 Commercial Fishing Boat License Exemption
  • § 2538 Guide License Application Requirements
  • § 2540 Guide License Fees
  • § 2544 Guide License Denial Grounds

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 2541.
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