California woman fined $88,993 for children collecting undersized clams, later reduced to $500.
California woman, Charlotte Russ, was initially fined $88,993 for her children collecting 72 undersized clams from Pismo Beach, but the fine was later reduced to $500 after a court appearance. The clams must be at least 4.5 inches long to allow them to spawn. The incident serves as a reminder of seafood collection regulations and the importance of understanding differences between wild fisheries and aquaculture.
June 01, 2024
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