Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 12, § 12557 (2025) – Disposal of live baitfish or smelts

1. Prohibition A person may not dispose of any live baitfish or smelts into inland waters of the State.
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2. Penalty The following penalties apply to violations of this section.
1. A. A person who violates subsection 1 commits a civil violation for which a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $500 may be adjudged.
  [PL 2025, c. 343, §11 (NEW).]
2. B. A person who violates subsection 1 after having been adjudicated as having committed 3 or more civil violations under this Part within the previous 5-year period commits a Class E crime.
  [PL 2025, c. 343, §11 (NEW).]
[PL 2025, c. 343, §11 (NEW).]

PL 2025, c. 343, §11 (NEW).