Delaware § 2508 - Noncommercial lobstering.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 2508 — Noncommercial lobstering., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2508. Noncommercial lobstering.
(a) A lobster pot placed by a person for noncommercial purposes shall be marked with a buoy painted white and have black lettering, and be marked with the initials “N.C.” followed by a dash and then followed by the owner’s initials (i.e., John Smith would mark his lobster pot buoys as follows: “N.C. — J.S.”). The use of more than 2 lobster pots by any individual or his or her agents shall constitute prima facie evidence of commercial intent and shall be unlawful.
(b) Noncommercial potting for lobster is permitted in any waters under the jurisdiction of the State.
(c) It shall be unlawful for any person who is engaged in noncommercial lobstering to sell any lobsters.
(d) Any individual diver may catch, by hand, up to 2 lobsters a day.
60 Del. Laws, c. 513, § 2; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 2508
What does Delaware Code § 2508 cover?
Section 2508 ("Noncommercial lobstering.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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