Sacramento prohibits feeding wildlife including deer, coyotes, turkeys, and waterfowl along the American River Parkway under SMC 9.44 and CDFW code.
Feeding wildlife in Sacramento is banned under SMC 9.44 and is further restricted on the American River Parkway under Sacramento County code. California Fish and Game Code also makes it unlawful to intentionally feed large mammals such as deer or bears. The rule targets the food-conditioning of coyotes, raccoons, and wild turkeys that lead to aggressive encounters. Bird feeders are allowed with limits; feeding that attracts rodents or creates a nuisance is a code violation. First-offense fines start at 100 dollars.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Sacramento code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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