§ 4009 Trap Interference Prohibition

Fish and Game Code·California

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•You can't mess with someone else's trap if they have permission to use it on public or private land.
•This rule doesn't apply to government workers doing their job.

Example

You see a trap set up in the woods while hiking.

If the trap belongs to someone who is allowed to be there, you can't touch or move it. If you do, you're breaking the law.

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§ 4009 Trap Interference Prohibition

It is unlawful to remove or disturb the trap of any licensee while the trap is being used by the licensee on public land or on land where the licensee has permission to trap. This section does not apply to any employee of the department while engaged in the performance of official duties. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1048, Sec. 2. Effective September 26, 1983.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

unlawful remove or disturb trap licensee public land employee of the department official duties

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 4009.

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