§ 4–904

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. § 4-904 (2026)

Title 4. Fish and Fisheries

Subtitle 9. Lobster, Shrimp, Terrapin, and Conch

(a)

A person may not catch shrimp for commercial purposes unless the person first obtains a license from the Department.

(b)

(1)

Notwithstanding any other provisions of this title, the Department may adopt regulations:

(i)

Governing any aspect of the shrimp fishery; and

(ii)

Establishing and implementing a pilot program related to fishing for shrimp.

(2)

Regulations adopted under paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection may authorize the Department to establish for the shrimp fishery by public notice:

(i)

Closed areas;

(ii)

Catch limits;

(iii)

Seasons;

(iv)

Size limits;

(v)

Gear restrictions; and

(vi)

Reporting requirements.