California has one of the most restrictive exotic pet laws in the U.S. Ferrets, monkeys, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, most venomous reptiles, and large constrictors are all prohibited statewide (CCR Title 14 §671). Antioch defers to state law without additional local exemptions.
California Code of Regulations Title 14 §671 lists species restricted or prohibited as pets statewide, and the list is considerably more restrictive than most states. Prohibited pets include: ferrets, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, most primates, most wild canines (fox, coyote), large constrictors (anacondas, reticulated pythons), all venomous reptiles, quaker parakeets (monk parrots), and many others. Permits from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife are required for any non-standard pet and are rarely granted for pet-only purposes (typically only for scientific, educational, or exhibition use). Antioch Municipal Code follows state law without granting additional exemptions. Some commonly owned reptiles like bearded dragons, ball pythons, and leopard geckos are legal. Possession of prohibited species can result in misdemeanor charges, fines, and animal confiscation.
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