Alabama § 9-11-173 - Regulation of Seasons, Hours, Etc.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 9-11-173 — Regulation of Seasons, Hours, Etc., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-11-173. Regulation of Seasons, Hours, Etc.
The Commissioner of Conservation and Natural Resources shall have the power to open and close spearfishing of commercial or nongame fish on any and all waters of this state or at any time of the day or night by regulation and shall have the power to further regulate or restrict spearfishing if he deems it necessary in the interest of good conservation practices.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 9-11-173
What does Code of Alabama § 9-11-173 cover?
Section 9-11-173 ("Regulation of Seasons, Hours, Etc.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 9-11-173?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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