Washington § 77.15.280 - Reporting of fish or wildlife harvest — Rules violation — Penalty.

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§ 77.15.280. Reporting of fish or wildlife harvest — Rules violation — Penalty.

(1) A person is guilty of violating rules requiring reporting of fish or wildlife harvest if the person:
(a) Fails to make a harvest log report of a commercial fish or shellfish catch in violation of any department rule; or
(b) Fails to submit any portion of a big game animal for an inspection as required by department rule.
(2) Violating rules requiring reporting of fish or wildlife harvest is a misdemeanor.
[ 2012 c 176 s 20; 2008 c 244 s 2; 2005 c 418 s 2; 1998 c 190 s 47.]

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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