# Natural Resources (GNR)

## Title 4. Fish and Fisheries

### Subtitle 10. Oysters and Clams

#### Section 4-1031

(a) In this section, "transverse dimension" means the measurement across both shells of a hard-shell clam at the widest point perpendicular to the hinge line where the two shells meet.

(b) A clam dealer may possess hard-shell clams having a transverse dimension of less than the size required by the Department if the dealer offers a bill of lading approved by the Department as proof that all clams were caught in waters outside the State.

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Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)