Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Species Act

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This is Article 7 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Species Act.” It is part of Chapter 5 “Wildlife and Fish Laws”, which is part of Title 29.1 “Wildlife, Inland Fisheries and Boating”. It contains 8 laws.

It’s comprised of the following 8 sections.

§ 29.1-571	Definition
§ 29.1-572	Authority of Board; regulations
§ 29.1-573	Department; powers
§ 29.1-574	Prohibitions
§ 29.1-575	Permits
§ 29.1-576	Authority for inspection; warrants
§ 29.1-576.1	Zebra mussels; education program
§ 29.1-577	Penalties