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Maine · Through October 1, 2025

12 M.R.S. §12653: Taking fish by explosive, poisonous or stupefying substance

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  1. TITLE 12: CONSERVATION
  2. PART 13: INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE
  3. CHAPTER 923: FISH: FISHING SEASONS AND RESTRICTIONS
  4. SUBCHAPTER 5: UNLAWFUL FISHING METHODS

1. Prohibition. A person may not use dynamite or any other explosive, poisonous or stupefying substance at any time for the purpose of taking or destroying any kind of fish.

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.

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