The provisions of this part apply to the taking and possession of fish for any commercial purpose. This part does not apply to activities governed under Division 12 (commencing with Section 15000).
GenerallyApplication of Part
Section § 7600
This law section addresses how fish can be taken and possessed for any commercial purpose. However, it does not cover activities regulated under another set of rules starting with Section 15000.
commercial fishing fish possession regulations
Section § 7601
This law defines who is considered the 'owner' or 'vessel owner' of a boat. It says the owner is the person listed on the U.S. Coast Guard's documentation or on the state-issued vessel registration. In California, this registration is handled by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
“Owner” or “vessel owner” means the person or persons designated as the registered owner of a vessel on a certificate of documentation issued by the United States Coast Guard or on a copy of the vessel registration issued by the vessel registration agency of the state where the owner is a resident. For purposes of this section, the vessel registration agency in California is the Department of Motor Vehicles.
vessel owner registered owner certificate of documentation
