NOTICE
Modification to possession limits and/or seasons for marine species regulated under quota
- Beginning 12:00AM on Sunday, June 20, 2021, the commercial possession limit for Black sea bass will be fifty (50) pounds per vessel per day, until the next sub-period begins July 1, 2021 @ 100 pounds per vessel per day.
- Beginning 12:00AM on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, the commercial Striped Bass General Category fishery will close, until the next sub-period begins July 1, 2021 @ five fish per vessel per day, the fishery will be closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday during the sub-period.
Possession limits are subject to modification throughout the year; it is the responsibility of the licensed fisherman to comply with possession limits and all such modifications. Current commercial possession limits can be found by calling (401) 423-1920, or visiting the Marine Fisheries webpage at http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/marine-fisheries/mfsizes.php.
Thank you.
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