Washington § 77.15.480 - Certain devices declared public nuisances.

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§ 77.15.480. Certain devices declared public nuisances.

Articles or devices unlawfully used, possessed, or maintained for taking, harassing, attracting, or decoying wildlife, fish, and shellfish are public nuisances. If necessary, fish and wildlife officers and ex officio fish and wildlife officers may seize, abate, or destroy these public nuisances without warrant or process.
[ 2014 c 48 s 20; 2001 c 253 s 42; 2000 c 107 s 247; 1980 c 78 s 27; 1955 c 36 s 77.12.130. Prior: 1947 c 275 s 23; Rem. Supp. 1947 s 5992-33. Formerly RCW 77.12.130.]

Notes

Effective date—Intent, construction—Savings—Severability—1980 c 78: See notes following RCW 77.04.010.

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