New Jersey § 23:3-54
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 23:3-54, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23:3-54.
The board may, in its discretion, issue to a properly accredited person a permit to
take carp and suckers from the ponds, lakes or streams of this state by means of a
net, the mesh of which shall not be less than two and one-half inches. The permit shall be issued by the board under such restrictions as to the method
and time of using the nets as it deems proper. All game and food fish captured in the nets shall be immediately returned therefrom
uninjured as far as practicable. A person who so takes any fish except carp and suckers shall be liable to a penalty
of twenty dollars for each fish.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 23:3-54
What does New Jersey Statutes § 23:3-54 cover?
Section 23:3-54 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 23:3-54?
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