Florida § 379.28 - Imported fish.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 379.28 — Imported fish., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 379.28. Imported fish.
(1) No person shall import into the state or place in any of the fresh waters of the state any freshwater fish of any species without having first obtained a permit from the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The commission is authorized to issue or deny such a permit upon the completion of studies of the species made by it to determine any detrimental effect the species might have on the ecology of the state. (2) A person who violates this section commits a Level Three violation under s. 379.401.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 379.28
What does Florida Statutes § 379.28 cover?
Section 379.28 ("Imported fish.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 379.28?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 379.28" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 379.28 apply to my situation?
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