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Fish Report for 11-2-2013
Southern California Man Charged in Commercial Fishing Violations
11-2-2013
California Department of Fish & Wildlife
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) law enforcement officials filed dozens of misdemeanor charges in October against a Southern California man, accusing him of violating a series of commercial fishing regulations.
Adam Crawford James, 32, of Winnetka is accused of multiple violations of the Fish and Game Code, including commercial take of lobster without a permit, commercial take of sea urchin without a permit, illegal take of nearshore fish without a permit, failure to complete and submit records of fish taken under a commercial license, illegal take of several varieties of fish during the closed commercial season and several other serious charges.
During their investigation CDFW wildlife officers received information from the CalTIP hotline that James was attempting to sell commercially caught fish to restaurants without a Receiver's License. In California, commercial fishermen are permitted to sell their catch directly to restaurants, provided they have a Receiver's License and complete required documentation of the marine life that is taken. This management tool helps to protect the resource, and ensure sustainable fisheries for years to come.
The investigation revealed that James appeared to be in violation of far more, when evidence of fishing during closed seasons, and taking species that required special permits began to surface.
"Most commercial fishermen are ethical and diligently follow the laws and regulations," said CDFW Assistant Chief Dan Sforza. "Thanks to the information received from the CalTIP hotline and good, solid police work we were able to file charges."
The charges were filed with the Santa Monica City Attorney's office in Oct.
If convicted of these violations in court, James could face jail time, fines, loss of his commercial fishing license, community service and other penalties. No court dates have been set.
CalTIP (Californians Turn In Poachers and Polluters) is a confidential secret witness program that encourages the public to provide Fish and Wildlife with factual information leading to the arrest of poachers and polluters.
CalTIP was introduced in California in 1981 in order to give Californians an opportunity to help protect the state's fish and wildlife resources. The toll free telephone number, (888) 334-2258 operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Callers may remain anonymous.
Adam Crawford James, 32, of Winnetka is accused of multiple violations of the Fish and Game Code, including commercial take of lobster without a permit, commercial take of sea urchin without a permit, illegal take of nearshore fish without a permit, failure to complete and submit records of fish taken under a commercial license, illegal take of several varieties of fish during the closed commercial season and several other serious charges.
During their investigation CDFW wildlife officers received information from the CalTIP hotline that James was attempting to sell commercially caught fish to restaurants without a Receiver's License. In California, commercial fishermen are permitted to sell their catch directly to restaurants, provided they have a Receiver's License and complete required documentation of the marine life that is taken. This management tool helps to protect the resource, and ensure sustainable fisheries for years to come.
The investigation revealed that James appeared to be in violation of far more, when evidence of fishing during closed seasons, and taking species that required special permits began to surface.
"Most commercial fishermen are ethical and diligently follow the laws and regulations," said CDFW Assistant Chief Dan Sforza. "Thanks to the information received from the CalTIP hotline and good, solid police work we were able to file charges."
The charges were filed with the Santa Monica City Attorney's office in Oct.
If convicted of these violations in court, James could face jail time, fines, loss of his commercial fishing license, community service and other penalties. No court dates have been set.
CalTIP (Californians Turn In Poachers and Polluters) is a confidential secret witness program that encourages the public to provide Fish and Wildlife with factual information leading to the arrest of poachers and polluters.
CalTIP was introduced in California in 1981 in order to give Californians an opportunity to help protect the state's fish and wildlife resources. The toll free telephone number, (888) 334-2258 operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Callers may remain anonymous.
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