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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 1Ch. 5§ 450 Deer Population Conservation Policy

§ 450 Deer Population Conservation Policy

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§ 450 Deer Population Conservation Policy

Key Takeaways

  • •California wants to protect and take care of its wild deer.
  • •They follow rules from Section 1801 and a plan made in 1976 called 'A Plan for California Deer'.
  • •The goal is to keep deer populations healthy and use them wisely.

Example

A group of people want to build houses in a forest where deer live.

The law says they must think about the deer and follow the rules to protect them. They can't just build houses if it hurts the deer's home.

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

Official Source
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§ 450 Deer Population Conservation Policy

It is hereby declared to be the policy of the Legislature to encourage the conservation, restoration, maintenance, and utilization of California’s wild deer populations. Such conservation shall be in accordance with the principles of conservation of wildlife resources set forth in Section 1801 and in accordance with the objectives and elements stated in “A Plan for California Deer, 1976.” (Repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 839.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

conservationrestorationmaintenanceutilizationwild deer populationsprinciples of conservationSection 1801A Plan for California Deer, 1976

Related Statutes

  • § 1700 Ocean Resource Conservation Policy
  • § 2081.15 Permitted Species Take Authorization
  • § 3400 Private Wildlife Habitat Enhancement
  • § 4900 Bighorn Sheep Conservation Policy
  • § 7050 Marine Resource Conservation Policy

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 450.
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