Knowledgebase What would you like to Ask Marine? Home / Select Species / Pacific halibut / Is there a difference between state and federal regulations for Pacific halibut? Select Species Clams Dungeness crab Groundfish Invertebrate fishing gear Kelp and Algae Miscellaneous invertebrates Other Finfish Pacific halibut Red abalone Rock crabs Salmon Shrimp, Prawns Spiny lobster Sharks Is there a difference between state and federal regulations for Pacific halibut? state regulations, federal regulations No. State regulations for Pacific halibut conform to federal regulations for Pacific halibut. Glad we could be helpful. Thanks for the feedback. Sorry we couldn't be helpful. Your feedback will help us improve this article. How helpful was this page? Updated on Wed, 05 Jun 2024 by amanda.vandiggelen@wildlife.ca.gov In this section Where can I find recreational Pacific halibut season information? What are the regulations for recreational Pacific halibut fishing? How is the Pacific halibut quota determined for California? Can the public participate? Is there a difference between state and federal regulations for Pacific halibut? Related articles How is the Pacific halibut quota determined for California? Can the public participate? Select Species / Pacific halibut What are the regulations for recreational Pacific halibut fishing? Select Species / Pacific halibut Where can I find recreational Pacific halibut season information? Select Species / Pacific halibut Are groundfish fishing regulations different when fishing from a boat compared to fishing from shore? Select Species / Groundfish Where can I find information about catching rockfish aboard my boat? Do groundfish regulations differ throughout the state? Select Species / Groundfish