Ohio § 1533.49

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1533.49, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1533.49.

The dimensions and specifications for nets provided in this section shall apply except

as otherwise provided by division rule. The meshes of the back of the crib or car of all crib nets, fyke nets, or trap nets

used in fishing in this state shall be hung on a third so as to hang squarely, shall

be made of twine not heavier than eighteen thread, and shall measure not less than

two and five-eighths inches stretched mesh as found in use or possession, measured

on the bar.  The meshes shall extend from the top to the bottom of the crib or car of the nets.  No person shall place a screen or apron of any kind over the two and five-eighths

inches mesh which in any way will tend to obstruct the passage of fish through the

meshes. No person shall use a trap net, crib net, or fyke net without having a spreader bar

in the back of the crib or car thereof and so placed that the meshes of the back of

the crib or car will hang squarely. No person shall bring a crib net, fyke net, or trap net ashore with the back of the

lifting car removed. No person shall fail to comply with any provision of this section or division rule

adopted pursuant thereto.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1533.49

What does Ohio Revised Code § 1533.49 cover?

Section 1533.49 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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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