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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 6Pt. 3Ch. 2Art. 4§ 8218 Salmon Size Protection Rules

§ 8218 Salmon Size Protection Rules

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§ 8218 Salmon Size Protection Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't catch or keep king or silver salmon if they are too small.
  • •You also can't hurt these fish on purpose if they are under the legal size.
  • •Having a small salmon, even if you didn't catch it, is against the law.

Example

You go fishing and catch a small king salmon.

If the salmon is smaller than the legal size, you must let it go. Keeping it or hurting it can get you in trouble.

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

Official Source
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§ 8218 Salmon Size Protection Rules

It is unlawful to gaff, club, otherwise injure, or possess any king or silver salmon under the legal size. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 189.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

possession

Related Statutes

  • § 8226 Salmon Tagging Head Relinquishment
  • § 10860 Waterfowl Refuge Area
  • § 10861 San Leandro Waterfowl Refuge
  • § 12157 Wildlife Crime Forfeiture Rules
  • § 2116.5 Wild Animal Importation Regulation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 8218.
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