Mo. Code Regs. tit. 3 § 10-6.520
Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 20, October 15, 2024
Section 3 CSR 10-6.520 - Muskellunge, Northern Pike, Grass Pickerel, Chain PickerelPURPOSE: This rule establishes seasons, methods and limits for taking muskellunge, northern pike, grass pickerel and chain pickerel.
(1) Daily Limit: One (1) muskellunge or one(1) northern pike, and six (6) grass pickerel and chain pickerel in the aggregate.(2) Methods: Pole and line, trotline, throw-line, limb line, bank line or jug line.(3) Seasons: Throughout the year.(4) Length Limits: All muskellunge less than thirty-six inches (36") in total length must be returned to the water unharmed immediately after being caught. AUTHORITY: sections 40 and 45 of Art. I V, Mo. Const. Original rule filed June 13, 1994, effective Jan. 1, 1995. Amended: Filed May 30, 1995, effective Jan. 1, 1996. Amended: Filed Oct. 2, 2006, effective Feb. 28, 2007.