Folsom, CA Animal Ordinances: Exotic Pets (2026)
Key Facts
- State Law
- 14 CCR §671
- Banned Examples
- Ferrets, hedgehogs, monkeys
- Agency
- CDFW + Sac County
- Penalty
- Up to $10,000 misdemeanor
- Domestic OK
- Dogs, cats, rabbits, standard pets
Summary
California has one of the nation's strictest exotic pet laws. CA Code of Regulations Title 14 §671 bans private ownership of ferrets, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, monkeys, large cats, most reptiles over certain sizes, and most wild species. Folsom enforces through Sacramento County Animal Care and CDFW.
Restricted Species Permits are required for every person who imports, exports, transports, or possesses any restricted animal listed in Section 671(c), Title 14, of the California Code of Regulations (CCR). Entitlements: Restricted Species Permit Application/Amendment - New: $155.53; Renewal and Amendment: $80.60 - Required for every new permit, permit renewal or amendment of an existing permit, nonrefundable. Animal Care (Detrimental Species) $652.25 - Issued to any resident who has demonstrated the experience and ability to house animals designated as a detrimental species, and who legally possessed the animal in California prior to January 1992.
Full Breakdown
California Code of Regulations Title 14 §671 (Restricted Species List) is among the most restrictive in the nation. Banned without a CDFW permit: ferrets, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, monkeys and primates, large cats (servals, caracals), venomous snakes, most constrictors over 8 feet, alligators, gerbils, and many bird species. Allowed without state permit: dogs, domestic cats, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, chinchillas, rats, mice, standard parrots, budgies, most freshwater fish, domesticated bearded dragons, corn snakes and ball pythons under size limits. Folsom Municipal Code incorporates state restrictions and Sacramento County Animal Care investigates reports. Illegal animals are confiscated and often euthanized if relocation is impossible. CDFW (California Department of Fish & Wildlife) investigates major violations.
Violations & Fines
Misdemeanor under CA Fish & Game Code §2118: up to $10,000 fine and/or 6 months jail. Animals seized.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I own a ferret in Folsom?
What about hedgehogs or sugar gliders?
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