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Chapter 75.08.260 RCW Dispositions

ADMINISTRATION


Sections

75.08.010  Fisheries Code.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 2; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.010. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 2; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-200.]
Repealed by 2000 c 107 § 125.


75.08.011  Definitions.
[1998 c 190 § 70; 1996 c 267 § 2; 1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 6 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1994 c 255 § 2. Prior: 1993 sp.s. c 2 § 20; 1993 c 340 § 47; prior: 1990 c 63 § 6; 1990 c 35 § 3; 1989 c 218 § 1; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 4; 1975 1st ex.s. c 152 § 2; 1955 c 12 § 75.04.010; prior: 1949 c 112 § 1, part; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-100, part. Formerly RCW 75.04.010.]
Repealed by 2000 c 107 § 125.


75.08.012  Mandate of the department.
[2000 c 107 § 2; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 5; 1975 1st ex.s. c 183 § 1; 1949 c 112 § 3, part; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-201, part. Formerly RCW 43.25.020.]
Recodified as RCW 77.04.012 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 126.


75.08.013  Findings and intent.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 1 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995).]
Recodified as RCW 77.04.013 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 126.


75.08.014  Authority of director to administer department — Qualifications of director.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 22 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1993 sp.s. c 2 § 21; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 6; 1953 c 207 § 10. Prior: (i) 1933 c 3 § 5; 1921 c 7 § 116; RRS § 10874. (ii) 1949 c 112 § 3, part; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-201, part. (iii) 1949 c 112 § 5; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-204. Formerly RCW 43.25.010.]
Repealed by 2000 c 107 § 125.


75.08.020  Director — Research — Reports.
[2000 c 107 § 3; 1988 c 36 § 31; 1987 c 505 § 71; 1985 c 208 § 1; 1985 c 93 § 1; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 7; 1977 c 75 § 87; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.020. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 7(3), (6), (7); Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-206 (3), (6), (7).]
Recodified as RCW 77.04.120 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 126.


75.08.021  May administer oaths.
[1949 c 112 § 9; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-208. Formerly RCW 43.25.060. Redesignated as RCW 75.08.021 and added to chapter 12, Laws of 1955 and Title 75 RCW by 1965 c 8 § 43.25.060.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.022  Director may employ assistants — Merit basis.
[1949 c 112 § 4; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-203. Formerly RCW 43.25.030. Redesignated as RCW 75.08.022 and added to chapter 12, Laws of 1955 and Title 75 RCW by 1965 c 8 § 43.25.030.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984. Later enactment, see RCW 75.08.014.


75.08.023  Employees may be bonded.
[1949 c 112 § 11; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-210. Formerly RCW 43.25.040. Redesignated as RCW 75.08.023 and added to chapter 12, Laws of 1955 and Title 75 RCW by 1965 c 8 § 43.25.040.]
Repealed by 1977 ex.s. c 270 § 10.


75.08.024  Fisheries patrol officers — Relieved from active duty when injured — Compensation.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 22; 1957 c 216 § 1. Redesignated as RCW 75.08.024 and added to chapter 12, Laws of 1955 and Title 75 RCW by 1965 c 8 § 43.25.048.]
Recodified as RCW 75.08.208 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 21.


75.08.025  Agreements with department of defense.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 7 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 8; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.025. Prior: 1953 c 207 § 11.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.275 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.027  Cooperation with Oregon for protection, propagation of aquatic products.
[1959 c 315 § 1.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.030  Installations and facilities — Establishment, maintenance.
[1955 c 12 § 75.08.030. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 7(1); Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-206(1).]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.035  Senior environmental corps — Department powers and duties.
[1993 sp.s. c 2 § 22; 1992 c 63 § 11.]
Repealed by 2000 c 107 § 125.


75.08.040  Acquisition, use, and management of lands, water rights, rights-of-way, and personal property.
[2000 c 107 § 4; 1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 23 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 9; 1955 c 212 § 1; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.040. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 7(2); Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-206(2).]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.037 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.045  Acceptance of funds or property for damage claims or conservation of fish resources.
[2000 c 107 § 5; 1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 24 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 11; 1955 c 12 § 75.16.050. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 51; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-325. Formerly RCW 75.16.050.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.039 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.047  Fish hatcheries — Volunteer group projects.
[1995 c 224 § 1.]
Recodified as RCW 77.100.170 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 138.


75.08.050  Oyster reserve — Conservation and development.
[1955 c 12 § 75.08.050. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 7(4); Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-206(4).]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.054  Oyster seed — Importation and inspection.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 87; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.054. Prior: 1951 c 271 § 42.]
Recodified as RCW 75.24.110 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 86.


75.08.055  Agreements with United States to protect Columbia River fish — Fish cultural stations and protective devices.
[2000 c 107 § 6; 1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 8 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1993 sp.s. c 2 § 23; 1987 c 506 § 94; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 12; 1955 c 12 § 75.16.060. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 52; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-326. Formerly RCW 75.16.060.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.285 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.056  Oyster seed — Costs of inspection.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 88; 1967 ex.s. c 38 § 1; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.056. Prior: 1951 c 271 § 43.]
Recodified as RCW 75.24.120 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 86.


75.08.058  Fish and wildlife harvest in federal exclusive economic zone — Rules.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 9 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1993 sp.s. c 2 § 99.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.295 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.060  State shellfish and shrimp lands.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 89; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.060. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 7(5); Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-206(5).]
Recodified as RCW 75.24.130 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 86.


75.08.065  Contracts and agreements for propagation of food fish or shellfish.
[1985 c 458 § 7; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 13; 1955 c 12 § 75.16.070. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 53; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-327. Formerly RCW 75.16.070.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.043 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.070  Territorial authority of commission — Adoption of federal regulations and rules of fisheries commissions and compacts.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 10 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1989 c 130 § 1; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 14; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.070. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 6, part; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-205, part.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.045 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.080  Scope of commission's authority to adopt rules — Application to private tideland owners or lessees of the state.
[2000 c 107 § 7; 1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 11 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1993 c 117 § 1; 1985 c 457 § 17; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 15; 1980 c 55 § 1; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.080. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 6, part; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-205, part.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.047 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.085  Rules to promote orderly recreational fisheries.
[1977 ex.s. c 327 § 18.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984. Later enactment, see RCW 75.08.012.


75.08.090  Adoption and certification of rules.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 12 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 16; 1973 c 93 § 1; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.090. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 6, part; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-205, part.]
Recodified as RCW 77.04.130 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 126.


75.08.100  Rules and regulations — As evidence.
[1955 c 12 § 75.08.100. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 6, part; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-205, part.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984. Later enactment, see RCW 75.08.090.


75.08.110  Unofficial printings of laws or rules — Approval required.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 13 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 17; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.110. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 16; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-215.]
Recodified as RCW 77.04.140 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 126.


75.08.120  Commission may designate fishing areas.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 14 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 18; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.120. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 10; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-209.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.152 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.130  Damaging of printed matter and signs prohibited.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 66; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.130. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 15; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-214.]
Recodified as RCW 75.12.410 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 65.


75.08.140  Brands on fish, etc., from private hatcheries and Indian reservations.
[1955 c 12 § 75.08.140. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 8; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-207.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.150  Enforcement of laws and regulations — Ex officio deputies.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 32; 1980 c 78 § 133; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.150. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 22; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-220.]
Recodified as RCW 75.10.010 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 31.


75.08.160  Right of entry — Aircraft operated by department.
[1998 c 190 § 71; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 19; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.160. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 13; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-212.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.154 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.170  Inspection and searches without warrant — Seizure of unlawful fish, shellfish.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 33; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.170. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 19; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-218.]
Recodified as RCW 75.10.020 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 31.


75.08.180  Search warrants — When to be issued.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 40; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.180. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 23; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-221.]
Recodified as RCW 75.10.090 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 31.


75.08.190  Arrest without warrant — When authorized — Resisting officer.
[1955 c 12 § 75.08.190. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 20; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-218a.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.200  Service, execution of warrants, processes — Assistance.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 35; 1980 c 78 § 134; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.200. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 21; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-219.]
Recodified as RCW 75.10.040 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 31.


75.08.203  Insurance against actions for false arrest.
[1953 c 207 § 13. Formerly RCW 43.25.045. Redesignated as RCW 75.08.203 and added to chapter 12, Laws of 1955 and Title 75 RCW by 1965 c 8 § 43.25.045.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.206  Fisheries patrol officer compensation insurance — Medical aid.
[2000 c 107 § 8; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 20; 1971 ex.s. c 289 § 73; 1953 c 207 § 14. Formerly RCW 43.25.047.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.262 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.208  Fisheries patrol officers — Relieved from active duty when injured — Compensation.
[2000 c 107 § 9; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 22; 1957 c 216 § 1. Formerly RCW 75.08.024.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.264 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.210  Failure to make reports and returns.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 67; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.210. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 18; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-217.]
Recodified as RCW 75.12.420 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 65.


75.08.220  False information and reports.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 68; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.220. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 14; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-213.]
Recodified as RCW 75.12.430 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 65.


75.08.230  Disposition of moneys collected — Proceeds from sale of food fish or shellfish — Unanticipated receipts.
[2000 c 107 § 10; 1996 c 267 § 3; 1995 c 367 § 11; 1993 c 340 § 48; 1989 c 176 § 4; 1987 c 202 § 230; 1984 c 258 § 332; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 23; 1979 c 151 § 175; 1977 ex.s. c 327 § 33; 1975 1st ex.s. c 223 § 1; 1969 ex.s. c 199 § 31; 1969 ex.s. c 16 § 1; 1965 ex.s. c 72 § 2; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.230. Prior: 1951 c 271 § 2; 1949 c 112 § 25; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-223.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.177 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.235  Informational materials — Fee — Disposition of money collected.
[1992 c 13 § 2.]
Repealed by 2000 c 252 § 3.


75.08.240  Payment of appropriations and claims — Remittances and statements by director.
[1973 c 95 § 4; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.240. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 26; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-224.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984. Later enactment, see RCW 75.08.230.


75.08.245  Sale of surplus salmon eggs.
[2000 c 107 § 11; 1988 c 115 § 1; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 25; 1974 ex.s. c 23 § 1; 1971 c 35 § 4. Formerly RCW 75.16.120.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.210 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.250  Auditing of expenses — Preparing vouchers.
[1973 c 106 § 34; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.250. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 27; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-225.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.255  Director may take or sell fish or shellfish — Restrictions on sale of salmon.
[1990 c 36 § 1; 1985 c 28 § 1; 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 26; 1979 c 141 § 382; 1969 ex.s. c 16 § 2; 1965 ex.s. c 72 § 1; 1955 c 12 § 75.12.130. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 41; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-315. Formerly RCW 75.12.130.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.451 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.260  General penalty for violations — Penalties for gross violation of salmon laws.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 42; 1979 ex.s. c 99 § 1; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.260. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 75; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-601.]
Recodified as RCW 75.10.110 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 31.


75.08.265  Salmon fishing by Wanapum (Sokulk) Indians.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 27; 1981 c 251 § 2. Formerly RCW 75.12.310.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.453 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.270  Justice and superior courts have concurrent jurisdiction.
[1955 c 12 § 75.08.270. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 78; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-604.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.274  Taking food fish for propagation or scientific purposes — Permit required.
[1998 c 190 § 72; 1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 15 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 28; 1971 c 35 § 1; 1955 c 12 § 75.16.010. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 42; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-316. Formerly RCW 75.16.010.]
Repealed by 1998 c 191 § 46, effective April 1, 1999; and subsequently repealed by 2000 c 11 § 118; and repealed by 2000 c 107 § 125.


75.08.275  Duty of attorney general when prosecuting attorney defaults.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 41; 1949 c 112 § 24; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-222. Formerly RCW 43.25.070. Redesignated as RCW 75.08.275 and added to chapter 12, Laws of 1955 and to Title 75 RCW by 1965 c 8 § 43.25.070.]
Recodified as RCW 75.10.100 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 31.


75.08.280  Venue as to violations occurring in offshore waters.
[1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 36; 1955 c 12 § 75.08.280. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 79; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-605.]
Recodified as RCW 75.10.050 pursuant to 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 31.


75.08.285  Prevention and suppression of diseases and pests.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 16 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 29; 1955 c 12 § 75.16.030. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 43; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-317. Formerly RCW 75.16.030.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.455 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.290  Retaliatory license application provision.
[1961 c 230 § 1.]
Repealed by 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 185, effective January 1, 1984.


75.08.295  Planting food fish or shellfish — Permit authorized by rule.
[1998 c 190 § 73; 1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 17 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 § 30; 1955 c 12 § 75.16.020. Prior: 1949 c 112 § 40; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5780-314. Formerly RCW 75.16.020.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.457 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.300  Release and recapture of salmon or steelhead prohibited.
[1998 c 190 § 74; 1985 c 457 § 12.]
Recodified as RCW 77.12.459 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 127.


75.08.400  Legislative finding.
[1993 sp.s. c 2 § 24; 1989 c 336 § 1.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.220 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.410  Director's determination of salmon production costs.
[1989 c 336 § 2.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.230 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.420  State purchase of private salmon smolts.
[1989 c 336 § 3.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.240 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.430  State purchase of private salmon smolts — Bids.
[1989 c 336 § 4.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.250 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.440  State purchase of private salmon smolts — Private ocean ranching not authorized.
[1989 c 336 § 5.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.260 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.450  State purchase of private salmon smolts — Availability of excess salmon eggs.
[1989 c 336 § 6.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.270 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.460  Recreational fishery enhancement plan — Progress reports.
[1995 1st sp.s. c 2 § 18 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1990 c 91 § 2.]
Repealed by 1998 c 245 § 176.


75.08.500  Chinook and coho salmon — External marking of hatchery-produced fish — Findings.
[1995 c 372 § 1.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.280 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.510  Chinook and coho salmon — External marking of hatchery-produced fish — Program.
[1999 c 372 § 15; 1998 c 250 § 2; 1995 c 372 § 2.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.290 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.520  Chinook and coho salmon — External marking of hatchery-produced fish — Rules.
[1995 c 372 § 3.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.300 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


75.08.530  Annual report — Salmon and steelhead harvest.
[1997 c 414 § 1.]
Recodified as RCW 77.95.310 pursuant to 2000 c 107 § 137.


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