Section 8251 Of Article 5. Lobster From California Fish And Game Code >> Division 6. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 2. >> Article 5.

. Spiny lobsters may be taken only between the first Wednesday in October and the first Wednesday after the 15th of March. Lobster traps may be set and baited 24 hours in advance of the opening date of the lobster season if no other attempt is made to take or possess the lobsters.