New Jersey § 23:9-15
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 23:9-15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23:9-15.
No person shall use a parallel net, otherwise a net set approximately parallel with
the shore in the Delaware river below Trenton falls and at low-water mark, between
June first and August thirty-first in each year, and it shall be lawful to use such
parallel net below Trenton falls from September first to May thirty-first, inclusive,
next ensuing, in each year, for the purpose of taking carp only; provided, that the
meshes of said net be not less than three and one-half inches stretched measure when
being fished; provided, that seines not smaller than two and one-half inch mesh may
be used from September first to May thirty-first of each year for the purpose of taking
carp only; and provided, further, that no such net shall be set in such manner as
to impede navigation. All other fish must be returned unharmed to the water beyond low-water mark. Any person violating any of the provisions of this section shall be subject to a
fine of one hundred dollars, together with a forfeiture of all nets and other appliances
used.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 23:9-15
What does New Jersey Statutes § 23:9-15 cover?
Section 23:9-15 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 § 23:9-15?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 23:9-15 apply to my situation?
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