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Is chumming (throwing an attractant into the water) illegal?

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Is chumming (throwing an attractant into the water) illegal?

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No, chumming, such as using cracked corn to attract carp or using self-chumming dough baits for catfish, is legal in Arizona. However, throwing excessive amounts of odoriferous attractants, even if biodegradable, into the water could be considered littering. A citation could be issued under ARS 5-348. Some state and national parks could have restrictions against chumming. Learn more about fishing regulations in Arizona by visiting the Arizona Game and Fish Departments Web site at azgfd.