002.01.24 Ark. Code R. 056

Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 10, October, 2024

Rule 002.01.24-056 - [Effective 1/1/2025] 39.04 Rearing, Propagation, Stocking, Importation, And Exportation Of Crayfish Restricted

A. It is unlawful for any individuals to possess, propagate, or offer for sale live farm-reared crayfish for recreational stocking or use as live bait without a valid permit for live fish trade as required in Codes 35.01 and 32.02.

B. All crayfish obtained for use as live bait, seed stock and recreational stocking must be obtained from a valid live fish trade license or permit holder.

C. All crayfish imported must meet the requirements of Code Chapter 35.00 and Addenda Chapters I1.00 and J1.00.

D. It is unlawful to export from the state any Arkansas wild-caught crayfish.

EXCEPTION: Crayfish imported for the sole purpose of human consumption in compliance with Addendum I1.00. Crayfish imported for human consumption must be held in containment systems that prevent escapement to the wild.

PENALTY: Class 2

002.01.24 Ark. Code R. 056

Adopted by Arkansas Register Volume 49, Number 06, Effective 1/1/2025