Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 12 - FISH, WILDLIFE, AND PARKS
Chapter 12.5 - RESOURCE PROTECTION
Subchapter 12.5.5 - Angling Restrictions and Fishing Closures
Rule 12.5.503 - TYPES OF ANGLING RESTRICTION AND FISHING CLOSURES
Universal Citation: MT Admin Rules 12.5.503
Current through Register Vol. 6, March 22, 2024
(1) The department may implement either an angling restriction or a fishing closure pursuant to ARM 12.5.502.
(2) An angling restriction prohibits fishing during that period of the day when water temperatures are the highest, usually between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and midnight. The hours may be extended to cover more of the day if the criteria in ARM 12.5.507 can be established but do not necessitate a fishing closure.
(3) A fishing closure prohibits all fishing on designated waters at all times.
87-1-301, MCA; IMP, 87-1-301, MCA;
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