Louisiana § RS 56:319.2 - Designation and taking of exotic fish
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 56:319.2 — Designation and taking of exotic fish, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 56:319.2. Designation and taking of exotic fish
The commission is authorized to designate as exotic a species of fish not indigenous to the state of Louisiana. The commission may promulgate rules under the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act to authorize the taking of exotic fish from public waters in the state under specified licenses and by specified gear. The secretary may issue permits as authorized by the commission. Such permits shall be valid for one year and shall be subject to monitoring, review, and suspension or revocation by the secretary.
Acts 2004, No. 98, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 56:319.2
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 56:319.2 cover?
Section RS 56:319.2 ("Designation and taking of exotic fish") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. 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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