Fishing, Deep-Sea Fishing, and Spearfishing

December 19, 2024

Los Santos County

Introduction

This legislation establishes a legal framework for the regulation of fishing activities, within Los Santos County.

Purpose

The purpose of this act is to regulate activities involving controlled fishing of specific aquatic wildlife within Los Santos County. This legislation aims to ensure public safety, future industrial development, utilize idle territory, prevent environmental degradation, protect recreational and private properties, and allow sustainable access to local resources.

Constitutional Justification

This legislation is justified under the San Andreas Constitution, Article II, as it pertains to Los Santos County’s authority over local governance and public safety. Article III provides for the right to property, which is respected and maintained under this Act by limiting activities to specified areas, ensuring that citizen rights and property are upheld.

Definitions

Spearfishing: refers to fishing using a spear, harpoon, or similar device, either above or below water.

Details and Stipulations

Licensing: All fishing related activity of aquatic wildlife within Los Santos County requires a fishing license available from a Justice, Judge, or County Clerk.

Restricted Species: Whales, penguins, seals, and dolphins are not authorized to be fished or hunted.

Enforcement and Penalties

Penalties: Unauthorized activities, including operating without a license, illegal fishing in restricted areas

Inspections: LSPD are permitted to verify the validity of fishing licenses for individuals found to be actively fishing or spearfishing in Los Santos County.

Permissible Location

Spearfishing or fishing is allowed in any unrestricted natural water body within Los Santos County, specifically including lakes, streams or ponds.

Restrictions: Spearfishing is prohibited in designated swimming areas such as pools and leisure-purposed beach lines or within any otherwise restricted area.

Protections: License holders are allowed to possess, transport, process or trade any fish not on the defined restricted species list.

Objective: To create recreational sports and allow personal profit from aquatic wildlife.