Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 13 - Fish and Game, Department of
Rule 13.01.12 - RULES GOVERNING COMMERCIAL FISHING
Section 13.01.12.500 - COMMERCIAL GEAR AND METHODS OF TAKE FOR FISH OR CRUSTACEA

Universal Citation: ID Admin Code 13.01.12.500

Current through August 31, 2023

No person may commercially harvest fish or crustacea except as follows: (3-31-22)

01. Seine Nets. With a seine net that is either: (3-31-22)

a. Under constant attendance by the licensee or someone working under the supervision of the licensee; or (3-31-22)

b. If being used to hold fish, clearly marked with buoys that are at least twelve (12) inches in diameter. (3-31-22)

02. Traps. For crayfish and minnow only, with a trap not exceeding three feet in any dimension, and provided all crayfish and minnow traps are lifted and emptied of catch at least once every ninety-six (96) hours, except during periods of weather that pose a threat to human life, health, or safety. (3-31-22)

03. Experimental Gear. Experimental commercial gear specifically approved by the Director under such conditions as the Director may deem appropriate. (3-31-22)

04. By Hand. For crayfish only. (3-31-22)

05. Trawl Nets. Only as specifically approved by the Director. (3-31-22)

06. Conventional Rod and Reel Fishing Tackle. Only rod and reel methods approved for sportfishing, as described in IDAPA 13.01.11, "Rules Governing Fish," except that the holder of a commercial license may use more than two (2) lines while commercially fishing. (3-31-22)

07. Gill Nets. Only as specially approved by the Director under such conditions as he may deem appropriate, with approval subject to modification or termination if catch of game fish species is excessive, and provided: (3-31-22)

a. All gill nets and lines within ten (10) feet of the surface are clearly marked with a minimum of six (6) inch diameter buoys every fifty (50) feet; and (3-31-22)

b. All gill nets are lifted and emptied of catch at least once every eighteen (18) hours except during periods of weather that pose a threat to human life, health, or safety. (3-31-22)

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