5 AAC 38.325. Permits for scallops

(a) In the Kamishak District, scallops may be taken only under the authority of a permit issued by the commissioner or the commissioner's designee. The permit may

(1) specify trip duration limits;

(2) require fishermen to complete and submit logbooks;

(3) specify catch reporting requirements;

(4) require vessels to contact an authorized department representative before each fishing trip and before landing any harvest;

(5) require vessels to carry onboard observers;

(6) require vessels to provide the department with catch samples as specified;

(7) specify king and Tanner crab bycatch limits; and

(8) specify restrictions on having extra units of gear on board the vessel.

(b) In the Outer, Eastern, and Barren Islands Districts, a person may take scallops only if the department has issued that person a permit under 5 AAC 38.076(e) for exploratory fishing for new scallops beds.

History: Eff. 9/12/97, Register 143

Authority: AS 16.05.251

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