Alaska § 16.10.440 - Regulations relating to released fish.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 16.10.440 — Regulations relating to released fish., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16.10.440. Regulations relating to released fish.
(a) Fish released into the natural waters of the state by a hatchery operated under AS 16.10.400 — 16.10.470 are available to the people for common use and are subject to regulation under applicable law in the same way as fish occurring in their natural state until they return to the specific location designated by the department for harvest by the hatchery operator.
(b) The Board of Fisheries may, after the issuance of a permit by the commissioner, amend by regulation adopted in accordance with AS 44.62 (Administrative Procedure Act), the terms of the permit relating to the source and number of salmon eggs, the harvest of fish by hatchery operators, and the specific locations designated by the department for harvest. The Board of Fisheries may not adopt any regulations or take any action regarding the issuance or denial of any permits required in AS 16.10.400 — 16.10.470.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 16.10.440
What does Alaska Statutes § 16.10.440 cover?
Section 16.10.440 ("Regulations relating to released fish.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. 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 Alaska § 16.10.440?
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