Lifetime Ban and Fines for Illegal Fishing

Four Southern California men will be unable to receive California fishing permits for the remainder of their lives. Each man pled guilty to commercially harvesting abalone. In addition to the lifetime fishing ban, each was fined $20,000.

The men were arrested in May of last year in possession of sixty-two (62) abalone. According to California Fish and Game permit restrictions, the men collectively were permitted to have a total of twelve between the four of them as the limit is three per person.

If you have been arrested or cited for illegal fishing , fishing with an illegal permit or other violations of Fish and Game restrictions, you need the assistance of a competent criminal defense attorney. As you can see, not only will the fines be severe, but you may also be subject to losing the privilege of fishing in this state for the rest of your live. Call Houston Law of California to speak with a criminal defense who is knowledgeable in this area and how to preserve your rights and protect your privileges. Call 714-841-3921 TODAY, or email Gabe@HBLawyers.net.