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Fish Report for 11-17-2011
Removing Lobster from a lost derelict lobster trap
11-17-2011
CDFG
Question: I recently came across a video on YouTube of some guys pulling lobster from a lost derelict lobster trap. While its crystal clear that pulling lobster from actively fishing traps is stealing, what is DFG's stand on taking lobsters from a derelict trap if it's lost its identifying marker buoy?
Answer: It does not matter if it's a derelict trap without an identifying buoy still attached, it's still illegal to take lobster from a trap. Traps are not an allowable method of recreational take for lobsters (California Code of Regulations Title 14, Section 29.80(a)) and it is illegal to move or disturb any trap belonging to another without written permission in possession from the owner of the trap (CCR Title 14, Section 29.80(a)(3)).
Answer: It does not matter if it's a derelict trap without an identifying buoy still attached, it's still illegal to take lobster from a trap. Traps are not an allowable method of recreational take for lobsters (California Code of Regulations Title 14, Section 29.80(a)) and it is illegal to move or disturb any trap belonging to another without written permission in possession from the owner of the trap (CCR Title 14, Section 29.80(a)(3)).
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