1. Permit required. Except as otherwise authorized pursuant to this Part, a person may not transport within the limits of the State live fish taken in the State, other than baitfish, Atlantic salmon used in commercial aquaculture and smelts, without a valid permit issued under this section. A person who violates this subsection commits a Class E crime, except that, notwithstanding Title 17-A, section 1704, the fine may not be less than $1,000 nor more than $10,000. [PL 2025, c. 343, §10 (AMD).] 2. Issuance. The commissioner may issue a permit to a person permitting that person to transport within the limits of the State fish taken in the State. [PL 2025, c. 343, §10 (AMD).]
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