Minnesota Administrative Rules

6254.0500 DEFINITIONS, EXEMPTIONS, AND IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR TAKING MINNOWS IN TRAPS AND NETS.

Subpart 1.

Scope.

Minnows may be taken in traps and nets subject to the conditions in this part and part 6254.0510.

Subp. 2.

Definitions.

A.

A "minnow trap" is any device, other than a hoop net or trap net, used for the capture of minnows or leeches.

B.

A "hoop net" is a cylindrical or conical net distended by two or more hoops, and may have one or two wings or a leader of webbing attached.

C.

A "trap net" is a modified hoop net that has a framed rectangular opening with one or two wings or a leader of webbing attached.

Subp. 3.

Exemptions.

The provisions of part 6254.0510 do not apply to aquatic farm or private fish hatchery licensees taking minnows in waters listed on their aquatic farm or private fish hatchery licenses.

Subp. 4.

Ownership required to be displayed.

A.

Minnow traps of persons not licensed as minnow dealers or aquatic farm or private fish hatchery operators must display the name, full street address, and town of residence of the person to whom they belong.

B.

Minnow traps, hoop nets, and trap nets used by persons licensed as minnow dealers or aquatic farm or private fish hatchery operators must display the name, town of residence, and minnow dealer, aquatic farm, or private fish hatchery license number of the licensee.

C.

Required information must be legible and must be displayed on a waterproof tag securely attached to the trap, or be branded or stamped into a permanent portion of the trap. Identification on nonsubmerged minnow traps, hoop nets, and trap nets must be unobscured and located above the water surface.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 97C.505; and others at 19 SR 6

History:

19 SR 484; 19 SR 2222

Published Electronically:

June 11, 2008