Maine § 6602. - Surf clam boat license
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 6602. — Surf clam boat license, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6602.. Surf clam boat license
1. License required. A person may not use a boat for dragging for the harvesting of surf clams unless that boat carries a current surf clam boat license issued by the commissioner.
2. Licensed activity. A surf clam boat license issued under this section may be used for harvesting surf clams. The holder of a surf clam boat license may also possess or transport surf clams within state limits or sell surf clams the holder has taken to a wholesale seafood license holder certified under section 6856 or an enhanced retail certificate holder under section 6852, subsection 2-A. The license also authorizes the captain and crew members aboard the licensed boat when engaged in harvesting surf clams to undertake these activities.
3. Eligibility. A surf clam boat license may be issued only to an individual who is a resident of this State.
4. Exception. In any one day, a person may take or possess not more than 3 bushels of surf clams for personal use without a surf clam boat license.
5. Fee. The fee for a surf clam boat license is $265.
6. Violation. A person who violates this section commits a civil violation for which a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $500 may be adjudged.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 6602.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 6602. cover?
Section 6602. ("Surf clam boat license") 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 § 6602.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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