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LA Rev Stat § 56:499.3 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§499.3. Butterfly and bottom nets; Oyster Bayou

RS 499.3 - Butterfly and bottom nets; Oyster Bayou A. In the body of water known as Oyster Bayou, located between Atchafalaya Bay and Terrebonne Bay, and extending one thousand feet outside of the points where Oyster Bayou connects with Fourleague Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, butterfly nets and bottom nets may be used to take shrimp only when suspended from a fishing boat or vessel which is motor propelled and underway. B. Any anchor or weight used to secure in the waterway the net or any object to which it is attached or mounted, including but not limited to any unmanned boat or vessel, floating platform, pontoon, or barge, shall be prohibited. C. Any rope, line, chain, or other device used to connect to the shoreline the net and any object to which it is attached or mounted, including but not limited to any unmanned boat or vessel, floating platform, pontoon, or barge shall be prohibited. Acts 1993, No. 768, §1; Acts 2003, No. 189, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 56:499.4 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§499.4. Night shrimping; inside waters; Vermilion Bay; East and West Cote Blanche Bays; Atchafalaya Bay; exceptions; prohibition

RS 499.4 - Night shrimping; inside waters; Vermilion Bay; East and West Cote Blanche Bays; Atchafalaya Bay; exceptions; prohibition No person shall take shrimp at night, from one-half hour after official sunset until one-half hour before official sunrise, from the inside waters of Vermilion Bay, West Cote Blanche Bay, East Cote Blanche Bay, and Atchafalaya Bay, from the western shore of Vermilion Bay to the western shore of the Atchafalaya River and the Atchafalaya River Ship Channel out to Eugene Island, as described by the inside-outside line in R.S. 56:495, except that night shrimping shall be allowed in the waters of Southwest Pass at Marsh Island south of a line drawn from the following points: the most southeastward point of Southwest Pass at 29 degrees 36 minutes 47 seconds north latitude, 92 degrees 00 minutes 32 seconds west longitude east southeast to the Green Light Channel Marker Number 21 at 29 degrees 36 minutes 44 seconds north latitude, 92 degrees 00 minutes 21 seconds west longitude; thence northeast to a point located at 29 degrees 37 minutes 34 seconds north latitude, 91 degrees 59 minutes 36 seconds west longitude; thence southeast to the western shore of Big Charles Bayou at 29 degrees 36 minutes 43 seconds north latitude, 91 degrees 59 minutes 17 seconds west longitude. Acts 1995, No. 509, §1, eff. June 18, 1995; Acts 2008, No. 16, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 56:501 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§501. Commercial taking of freshwater shrimp

RS 501 - Commercial taking of freshwater shrimp  A. A properly licensed commercial fisherman may take freshwater shrimp in accordance with this Section.  B.(1) Freshwater shrimp may be taken in the Mississippi River and Intracoastal Waterway and only within one and one-half miles of the boat ramp adjacent to the Port Allen locks in either stream.  (2) A person shrimping pursuant to this Subsection shall use a wire net with a one-quarter inch bar and a maximum length of six feet. The net shall be marked with a one gallon jug painted international orange and displaying the words "Freshwater Shrimp" in black letters. In addition to a commercial fishing license, a fisherman fishing pursuant to this Subsection shall possess a freshwater shrimp net license issued pursuant to R.S. 56:305(B)(1)(d).  (3) Only freshwater shrimp may be taken; all other species shall be immediately returned to the waters from which they were taken. A commercial fisherman shall not possess any other fish while fishing pursuant to this Subsection.  C. The Wildlife and Fisheries Commission may adopt rules and regulations authorizing the commercial taking of freshwater shrimp in areas in addition to those specified in Subsection B of this Section. Such rules and regulations shall specify the gear that may be used, licenses that are required in such areas, and any restrictions on the possession of other species of fish.  D. Freshwater shrimp may be taken from January first through December thirty-first; however, the Wildlife and Fisheries Commission may adopt rules and regulations modifying season times and dates based on biological or technical data.  E. A violation of any provision of this Section or a rule adopted pursuant thereto constitutes a class two violation.  Acts 2004, No. 126, §1, eff. Nov. 15, 2004; Acts 2021, No. 356, §2, eff. Nov. 15, 2021.
LA Rev Stat § 56:502 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§502. Manifest of cargo of vessel carrying shrimp

RS 502 - Manifest of cargo of vessel carrying shrimp  All vessels transporting shrimp shall keep in writing a manifest of their cargo, a copy of which shall be filed on each trip with the dealer or processor to which delivery is made and a copy sent to the department. The manifest and records are open to inspection by the department. Statements giving the date, quantity, point of origin of each lot, and from whom purchased and to whom delivered shall be sent to the department on forms furnished for the purpose not later than the tenth of the month following date of delivery.  Acts 1984, No. 230, §1, eff. June 29, 1984; Acts 1991, No. 294, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 56:503 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§503. Repealed by Acts 1986, No. 904, §4.

RS 503 - Repealed by Acts 1986, No. 904, §4.
LA Rev Stat § 56:504 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§504. Repealed by Acts 1986, No. 904, §4.

RS 504 - Repealed by Acts 1986, No. 904, §4.
LA Rev Stat § 56:505 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§505. Repealed by Acts 2002, No. 75, §2, eff. July 1, 2002.

RS 505 - Repealed by Acts 2002, No. 75, §2, eff. July 1, 2002.
LA Rev Stat § 56:506 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§506. Repealed by Acts 2021, No. 356, §5, eff. Nov. 15, 2021.

RS 506 - Repealed by Acts 2021, No. 356, §5, eff. Nov. 15, 2021.
LA Rev Stat § 56:506.1 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§506.1. Repealed by Acts 2021, No. 356, §5, eff. Nov. 15, 2021.

RS 506.1 - Repealed by Acts 2021, No. 356, §5, eff. Nov. 15, 2021.
LA Rev Stat § 56:507 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§507. Penalty for violation of Subpart

RS 507 - Penalty for violation of Subpart  A. Anyone who violates a Section of this Subpart for which no penalty has been given has committed a class three violation.  B. In addition to all other penalties provided by law, an agent shall seize any shrimp or parts or products thereof in the possession of a person violating the laws of this Subpart by taking shrimp in closed season. Any such seized shrimp shall be forfeited and subject to immediate disposition in accordance with rules and regulations adopted by the commission pursuant to the disposition of seized and forfeited perishables.  Amended by Acts 1950, No. 544, §1; Acts 1958, No. 53, §9; Acts 1981, No. 837, §3; Acts 1988, No. 959, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 56:508 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§508. §§508 to 513 Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.

RS 508 - §§508 to 513 Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.
LA Rev Stat § 56:514 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§514. §§514 to 521 Repealed by Acts 1958, No. 53, §14, eff. June 24, 1958

RS 514 - §§514 to 521 Repealed by Acts 1958, No. 53, §14, eff. June 24, 1958
LA Rev Stat § 56:522 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§522. §§522, 523 Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.

RS 522 - §§522, 523 Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.
LA Rev Stat § 56:524 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§524. §§524, 525 Repealed by Acts 1958, No. 53, §14, eff. June 24, 1958

RS 524 - §§524, 525 Repealed by Acts 1958, No. 53, §14, eff. June 24, 1958
LA Rev Stat § 56:526 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§526. Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.

RS 526 - Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.
LA Rev Stat § 56:551 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§551. Harvest and sale of crabs

RS 551 - Harvest and sale of crabs  A. Harvest and sale of crabs produced in private artificial earthen reservoirs may be carried out at the time desired by the grower, and with seines or tackle selected by the owner. Commercial fish farm producers shall be entitled to transport, without restriction, on the public roads and highways of this state any and all equipment, except any electric fish shocking devices, necessary for the harvest of domesticated fish produced in privately owned waters.  B. The fish farmer may harvest and sell any species of crab or other crustacea that has been grown or stored in his private artificial reservoirs with prior approval of the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission and under the regulation established by the Commission.  C. The provisions of this section shall not apply to the Parish of Orleans.  Added by Acts 1970, No. 309, §§1, 2. Amended by Acts 1981, No. 838, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 56:552 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§552. §§552, 553 Repealed by Acts 1952, No. 627, §2

RS 552 - §§552, 553 Repealed by Acts 1952, No. 627, §2
LA Rev Stat § 56:554 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§554. Repealed by Acts 1986, No. 904, §4.

RS 554 - Repealed by Acts 1986, No. 904, §4.
LA Rev Stat § 56:555 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§555. §§555, 556 Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.

RS 555 - §§555, 556 Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.
LA Rev Stat § 56:557 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§557. Disposition of moneys received

RS 557 - Disposition of moneys received  All moneys collected under the provisions of this Sub-part from fines paid for violation of the provisions of this Sub-part shall be remitted to the department not later than the tenth of the month following collection and shall be deposited by the department in the state treasury to the credit of the department's fund.
LA Rev Stat § 56:558 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§558. Enforcement of penalties by civil proceedings

RS 558 - Enforcement of penalties by civil proceedings  All penalties provided in this Sub-part shall be enforced against corporations by civil proceedings instituted by the proper enforcement officers of this state.
LA Rev Stat § 56:559 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§559. §§559, 560 Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.

RS 559 - §§559, 560 Repealed by Acts 1985, No. 876, §4, eff. July 23, 1985.
LA Rev Stat § 56:561 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§561. Repealed by Acts 1986, No. 904, §4.

RS 561 - Repealed by Acts 1986, No. 904, §4.
LA Rev Stat § 56:571 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§571. Underutilized species; policy and purpose; permits; fees; rules and regulations

RS 571 - Underutilized species; policy and purpose; permits; fees; rules and regulations   A. Recognizing the value of the seafood industry to the economy of the state of Louisiana, recognizing that the seafood industry employs hundreds of Louisiana citizens, thereby decreasing unemployment and the burden unemployment places on the state fisc, and further recognizing that the commercial fishing industry is in danger of collapsing as an industry due to escalating fuel prices, governmental regulations which have increased competition for limited state resources from non-Louisiana residents, and from rising costs of labor, fishing gear, and supplies, it is the policy and purpose of this Subpart to provide every method of encouragement and assistance to the commercial fishermen of the state of Louisiana, to protect a culture and heritage that is unique to Louisiana, to prevent unemployment of Louisiana citizens, to assure adequate food for Louisiana citizens, and to provide for economic stability in those areas of Louisiana so dependent on the seafood industry. To that end, the state shall foster and encourage its seafood industries.  B. The secretary of the department may issue permits to persons who are interested in the development of new fisheries designed to harvest underutilized species and to persons who are interested in the development of new gear and equipment to harvest fish and other aquatic species inside all fresh water and all salt water areas of the state. Permits issued pursuant to this Subsection shall be limited in duration to one year and shall be subject to monitoring, review, and suspension or revocation for cause by the secretary.  C. The secretary shall promulgate rules and regulations according to the Louisiana Administrative Procedure Act as set forth in Chapter 13 of Title 49 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, to be submitted to and approved by the respective legislative standing committees on natural resources and shall assess reasonable administrative fees for the issuance of permits and tags for equipment and gear.  D. Violation of any of the provisions of this Section constitutes a class 2-B violation.  Amended by Acts 1978, No. 331, §1; Acts 1980, No. 834, §1; Acts 1981, No. 478, §1; Acts 1983, No. 712, §1; Acts 1992, No. 528, §1, eff. June 29, 1992; Acts 2021, No. 241, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 56:572 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§572. Legality of contracts

RS 572 - Legality of contracts  To the end that the seafood industries of this state may prosper and may not be destroyed, no contract or agreement which is designed or intended to promote the advancement and welfare of such industries shall be held to be illegal as a contract, conspiracy, or combination in restraint of trade nor shall the parties to the contract or agreement be penalized or enjoined as trusts, monopolies, conspirators, or combinations in restraint of trade, if the contract or agreement has been approved in writing by the secretary.  Amended by Acts 1981, No. 736, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 56:573 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§573. Approval of contracts

RS 573 - Approval of contracts  The secretary may examine contracts and agreements relative to seafood and the products thereof and to the seafood industry submitted to him and approve in writing such contracts as in his opinion will promote the advancement and welfare of the seafood industries of the state.  Amended by Acts 1981, No. 736, §1.
LA Rev Stat § 56:574 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§574. Repealed by Acts 1992, No. 984, §18.

RS 574 - Repealed by Acts 1992, No. 984, §18.
LA Rev Stat § 56:575 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§575. Rules, applications

RS 575 - Rules, applications The secretary of the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries shall promulgate rules and regulations, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, which shall provide for a formula to determine the amount which each owner of a commercial fishing vessel shall receive to compensate for the increased costs of vessel fuel. Said formula shall take into consideration the amount of the fund for each fiscal year, the number of commercial vessels licensed by the department, the size of the vessel, the number of crew members employed on each vessel, and the average yearly catch per vessel. The regulations shall provide for the procedures to be used for application to the fund for assistance and the method of disbursement from the fund. These rules and regulations shall be subject to approval by the Senate Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment. Added by Acts 1980, No. 834, §2; Acts 2008, No. 580, §7.
LA Rev Stat § 56:576 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§576. Disbursements

RS 576 - Disbursements  Disbursements from the fund shall be made once each fiscal year as provided by rules of the department. The department shall set a date which shall be at the end of the primary fishing season as the cut off date for determination of compensation from the fund for each vessel. No compensation shall be paid to a person who is not a Louisiana resident.  Added by Acts 1980, No. 834, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 56:577 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§577. Other powers and duties

RS 577 - Other powers and duties  The secretary of the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries shall have the power to perform any and all acts, and to prescribe, issue, make, amend, and rescind such orders, rules, and regulations as are deemed necessary and proper to carry out the purposes of this Sub-Part, and which are not otherwise provided for herein.  Added by Acts 1980, No. 834, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 56:578.1 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§578.1. Purposes

RS 578.1 - Purposes A. Recognizing that the commercial fishing industry in Louisiana has reached an ebb economically, creating an environment which has or could place, not only commercial fishermen, but also wholesale and retail dealers in dire economic straits, which situation could have an extreme economic impact on the state economy as a whole if nothing is done to alleviate the situation, and recognizing that there exist barriers and impediments to the economic well-being of the commercial fishery industry in Louisiana and recognizing that among these barriers and impediments, the virtual void in this state of any cohesive, coordinated and comprehensive seafood promotion and marketing effort and stratagem has a significant negative impact on the seafood industry, the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby establish the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board in an effort to aid the industry in two vital aspects--product promotion and marketing development. B. The purpose of this Subpart, then, is to enhance the public image of commercial fishery products, thereby promoting the consumption of these products and, further, to assist the seafood industry, including commercial fishermen and wholesale and retail dealers, in market development so as to better utilize existing markets and to aid in the establishment of new marketing channels. Attention to the promotion and marketing of non-traditional and underutilized species of seafood would be inherent in the purpose of the council established herein. Added by Acts 1981, No. 890, §1; Acts 2013, No. 228, §2, eff. July 1, 2013.
LA Rev Stat § 56:578.3 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§578.3. Powers, duties, and functions

RS 578.3 - Powers, duties, and functions  The board shall have the following powers, duties, and functions:  (1) To adopt a seal and alter the same at its pleasure. (2) To sue and be sued in its own name. (3) To identify marketing problems, obstacles, and significant issues. (4) To establish a marketing policy and goals and objectives therefor. (5) To develop markets and marketing strategies for the development of new and expanded markets for Louisiana seafood. (6) To give special emphasis to market promotion and development for underutilized species of Louisiana seafood. (7) To educate the Louisiana fishing industry and Louisiana government officials regarding potential markets for Louisiana seafood and regarding investment and tax incentives available to industries under other existing Louisiana law and fisheries development programs available under federal law. (8) To perform any acts deemed necessary and proper to carry out the duties and responsibilities imposed upon the board by the provisions of this Subpart. (9) To consider and to recommend to the legislature a mechanism whereby the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board shall be funded, including rules and regulations pertinent thereto. (10) To adopt rules and regulations necessary to carry out the purposes of the board. Added by Acts 1981, No. 890, §1; Acts 2013, No. 228, §2, eff. July 1, 2013.
LA Rev Stat § 56:578.4 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§578.4. Advertising, contracts, and sales offices

RS 578.4 - Advertising, contracts, and sales offices The board, with the approval of the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, shall plan and conduct a campaign for advertising, publicizing, and promoting the increased consumption of Louisiana seafood, and may contract for any advertising, publicity, and sales promotion services. The board, with the approval of the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, is further empowered to take any other action which it deems necessary to promote and to improve the well-being of the commercial seafood industry. The secretary is hereby authorized and empowered to carry out any and all contracts entered into by the board. Added by Acts 1981, No. 890, §1; Acts 2013, No. 228, §2, eff. July 1, 2013.
LA Rev Stat § 56:578.5 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§578.5. Repealed by Acts 2013, No. 228, §3, eff. July 1, 2013.

RS 578.5 - Repealed by Acts 2013, No. 228, §3, eff. July 1, 2013.
LA Rev Stat § 56:578.6 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§578.6. Repealed by Acts 2013, No. 228, §3, eff. July 1, 2013.

RS 578.6 - Repealed by Acts 2013, No. 228, §3, eff. July 1, 2013.
LA Rev Stat § 56:578.7 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§578.7. Appropriations; warrants; records

RS 578.7 - Appropriations; warrants; records Funds made available by the legislature from the Seafood Promotion and Marketing Fund as provided in R.S. 56:10 or from any other source shall be used solely for the programs and purposes provided for in this Subpart. The Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism shall maintain records of the sources of money received and the purpose therefor, as well as the person or persons to whom money is paid and the purpose therefor. Vouchers or receipts shall be kept for all money paid out. Money appropriated or otherwise made available to the department for authorized purposes shall be withdrawn from the treasury on warrant of the secretary of the department. Added by Acts 1981, No. 890, §1. Acts 1984, No. 230, §1, eff. June 29, 1984; Acts 2013, No. 228, §2, eff. July 1, 2013.
LA Rev Stat § 56:578.8 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§578.8. Repealed by Acts 2013, No. 228, §3, eff. July 1, 2013.

RS 578.8 - Repealed by Acts 2013, No. 228, §3, eff. July 1, 2013.
LA Rev Stat § 56:578.9 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 56 - Wildlife and Fisheries|§578.9. Approval of regulations

RS 578.9 - Approval of regulations  Any regulations promulgated as provided herein shall be submitted to and approved by the House Committee on Commerce and the Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and International Affairs. Added by Acts 1981, No. 890, §1; Acts 2013, No. 228, §2, eff. July 1, 2013.