Feeding wildlife in unincorporated LA County is discouraged and may violate nuisance provisions. CDFW regulations prohibit feeding certain species. The county's large unincorporated areas include wildlife corridors where feeding attracts coyotes, bears, and mountain lions near communities like Altadena and Topanga.
Feeding wildlife in unincorporated LA County can violate nuisance abatement provisions under Title 11. Intentionally feeding coyotes is specifically prohibited under LA County Ordinance. Feeding other wildlife (deer, raccoons, feral cats) may also trigger nuisance complaints. The LA County Agricultural Commissioner's office handles wildlife-related issues. California Department of Fish & Wildlife regulations also apply to interactions with protected species. Feeding bears in mountain communities can result in state-level citations.
Intentionally feeding coyotes can result in fines up to $1,000 per incident under county ordinance. Nuisance abatement violations for attracting wildlife through feeding carry administrative penalties starting at $100 for the first offense. Feeding protected species in violation of state law may result in California Fish & Wildlife citations with fines up to $1,000.
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