(a) Sardines may not be taken or possessed on any boat, barge, or vessel except pursuant to Section 8150.7.

(b) This section does not prohibit the possession or use of sardines imported into this state under a bill of lading identifying the country of origin.

Terms Used In California Fish and Game Code 8150.5

(c) Imported sardines may be used for dead bait under regulations adopted by the commission.

(Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 388, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2001.)