Alaska § 16.10.270 - Purchase of fish by the pound.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 16.10.270 — Purchase of fish by the pound., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16.10.270. Purchase of fish by the pound.
(a) A fish processor or primary fish buyer shall purchase raw fish by the pound. The poundage of the fish to be purchased shall be determined by weighing the fish unless both the buyer and seller agree in writing upon a sample weighing technique that will fairly determine the average weight of the fish purchased.
(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction is punishable by imprisonment for not more than one year, or by a fine of not more than $5,000, or by both.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 16.10.270
What does Alaska Statutes § 16.10.270 cover?
Section 16.10.270 ("Purchase of fish by the pound.") 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.
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