ZNOTICE – Modification to possession limits and/or seasons for marine species regulated under quota
- Beginning 12:00AM on Saturday, September 16, 2023, the possession limit for Summer Flounder for vessels with a Summer Flounder Exemption Certificate will be one thousand (1,000) pounds per vessel per day until further notice, or until the next sub-period begins January 1, 2024 at one hundred (100) pounds per vessel per day. The possession limit for those without a Summer Flounder Exemption Certificate remains at two hundred (200) pounds per vessel per day until further notice or the next sub-period begins January 1, 2024 at one hundred (100) pounds per vessel per day.
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 here.
Thank you.
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