Illinois Code § 15-46
Illinois Code § 15-46. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 15-46.
Taking of roe-bearing species by commercial device. (a) All commercial fishermen shall procure a commercial roe harvest permit in addition to their commercial fishing license before taking roe-bearing species with commercial fishing devices from the waters of the State legally open to commercial fishing. Any person found guilty of a violation of this subsection (a) is subject to the penalties provided in Section 20-91 of this Code. (b) Any incidental catch of aquatic life not authorized for taking with commercial devices must be returned immediately without harm to the water. Any person found guilty of a violation of this subsection (b) is guilty of a Class B misdemeanor. (Source: P.A. 95-147, eff. 8-14-07.)
Source: official Illinois text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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- Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15-46
- Jurisdiction: Illinois
- Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
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