Delaware § 2505 - Area permitted; method of taking.
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§ 2505. Area permitted; method of taking.
(a) Potting for lobsters is permitted in any waters under the jurisdiction of the State.
(b) It shall be unlawful to take or attempt to take lobsters for commercial purposes by any method other than a lobster pot. The number of and design of said pots will be established by regulation.
(c) It shall be unlawful to take or attempt to take lobsters by dragging, dredging, trawling and spearing.
7 Del. C. 1953, § 2501; 55 Del. Laws, c. 77, § 2; 60 Del. Laws, c. 513, § 2;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 2505
What does Delaware Code § 2505 cover?
Section 2505 ("Area permitted; method of taking.") 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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