Code of Maine Rules
13 - DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES
188 - MARINE RESOURCES - GENERAL
Chapter 44 - AMERICAN SHAD
Section 188-44-05 - American Shad Limits

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

1. Daily and Possession Limits

Except as provided in Chapter 44.05(2) it shall be unlawful for any person to take or possess more than two (2) American shad per day taken from the coastal waters of Maine.

2. The daily limit and possession limit shall not apply to persons licensed under 12 M.R.S.A. § 6851 and § 6852.

3. It is unlawful to fish for or take American shad from the coastal waters of the State by any method other than hook and line.

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