# La. Rev. Stat. § 56:582: Distribution of fish

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_LA_Crevised-statutes_T56_S582

## Section

- **Citation:** La. Rev. Stat. § 56:582
- **Heading:** Distribution of fish
- **Jurisdiction:** Louisiana
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** LA Code / Code revised-statutes / Title 56 / Section 582

## Text

The secretary shall distribute the fish from the state hatcheries to all sections of the state where the waters are found suited to the habits of the various species. Distribution shall be made under rules and regulations provided by the secretary.

Amended by Acts 1974, No. 717, §1; Acts 1981, No. 736, §1.

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