Fisheries (Giant Crab) Rules 2023
46Restrictions on number of traps that may be set or used
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46 Restrictions on number of traps that may be set or used
(1) The holder of a fishing licence (giant crab) must not, in State waters that are 120 metres deep or less, set or use any traps when using more than two traps for each rock lobster pot specified in the fishing licence (rock lobster) held by that licensee.
Penalty: Grade 3 penalty.
(2) The holder of a fishing licence (giant crab) must not, in State waters that are more than 120 metres deep, set or use more than 2 traps for each rock lobster pot specified in the fishing licence (rock lobster) held by that licensee up to a maximum of 100 traps being so set or so used.
Penalty: Grade 3 penalty.
(3) The holder of a fishing licence (giant crab) who is setting or using traps in compliance with subrule (2) must not set or use any traps in State waters that are 120 metres deep or less.
Penalty: Grade 3 penalty.