- (a) It shall be unlawful to possess, sell, or take American eels less than nine inches in length.
- (b) It shall be unlawful to possess more than 25 American eels per person per day for recreational purposes, except the master and each mate of for-hire vessels that hold a valid for-hire license may possess 50 eels each per day.
- (c) It shall be unlawful to possess American eels from September 1 through December 31, except when taken by baited pots.
History Note: Authority G.S. 113-134; 113-182; 143B-289.52;
Eff. July 1, 1993;
Temporary Amendment Eff. August 1, 2000;
Amended Eff. May 1, 2015; April 1, 2001;
Readopted Eff. April 1, 2019.