15A NCAC 10C .0325 – Seatrout

(a) The daily creel limit for seatrout (spotted or speckled) is three fish.
(b) The minimum size limit is 14 inches, but no fish between 20 and 26 inches in length may be possessed and only one seatrout greater than 26 inches may be possessed.
(c) There is no closed season.

History Note: Authority G.S. 113-134; 113-292; 113-304; 113-305;
Temporary Adoption Eff. September 1, 2022;
Eff. March 15, 2023;
Temporary Amendment Eff. July 7, 2025; May 2, 2025;
Amended Eff. January 1, 2026;
Temporary Amendment Eff. April 6, 2026;
Temporary Amendment Exp. June 30, 2026.