§ 12 §6502-B — Carrier license

1.
License required.
A person may not engage in the activities authorized under this section without a current carrier license.
2.
Licensed activity.
If rules adopted pursuant to subsection 5 allow vessels to possess or transport fish, the holder of a carrier license may possess or transport on the vessel listed on the carrier license Atlantic herring or Atlantic menhaden that the holder has not taken.
3.
Eligibility.
A carrier license may be issued only to an individual.
4.
Fees.
The fee for a carrier license is $98. The commissioner shall deposit the fee in the Pelagic and Anadromous Fisheries Fund established under section 6041.
5.
Rules.
The commissioner may adopt rules regarding the operations of vessels possessing or transporting fish pursuant to a carrier license. Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A.
6.
Violation.
A person who violates this section commits a civil violation for which a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $500 may be adjudged.

Legislative History

PL 2019, c. 332, §2 (NEW). PL 2019, c. 332, §3 (AFF).