"Three Massachusetts men were intercepted for marine fisheries violations in Rhode Island last week, authorities said. Environmental police in Newport discovered the three men in possession of 48 tautog and 21 black sea bass, of which 47 and 20 were undersized, respectively, according to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. Catching undersized fish is illegal because it poses a risk to the overall fish population, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration."
"None of the men were able to provide valid saltwater fishing licenses, according to the DEM. Environmental police seized the fish and were reportedly able to return many of them to the water. Authorities arrested the boat's owner, who, in addition to receiving citations for boating safety violations, will face charges in district court, the DEM said. "DEM is steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding Rhode Island's marine resources and ensuring healthy, sustainable fisheries for all,""
Three Massachusetts men were intercepted in Rhode Island while possessing 48 tautog and 21 black sea bass; authorities found 47 tautog and 20 black sea bass were undersized. Catching undersized fish is illegal because it risks the overall fish population. None of the men possessed valid saltwater fishing licenses. Environmental police seized the fish and reported returning many to the water. Authorities arrested the boat's owner, issued boating safety citations, and will pursue charges in district court. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management affirmed its commitment to safeguarding marine resources. Names of those cited were not released.
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