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In most states, it is illegal to release pet turtles that have lived in captivity for over 3 or 4 years. I would try to find a new family for him. If he has been in captivity his whole life then the wild would be a shock, and probably send him into depression once he realizes that there are no people and no free food. If you follow the link below, you can put him up for adoption.

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