Maine § 12654. - Unlawful angling or fishing
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 12654. — Unlawful angling or fishing, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12654.. Unlawful angling or fishing
1. Prohibition. A person may not angle or fish other than by the use of the single baited hook and line, artificial flies, artificial lures and spinners, except that a person may take smelts in accordance with rules adopted with regard to the taking of smelts.
2. Penalty. A person who violates this section commits a Class E crime. The court shall also impose a fine of $20 for each fish unlawfully possessed, none of which may be suspended.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 12654.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 12654. cover?
Section 12654. ("Unlawful angling or fishing") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 12654.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 12654." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
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