WDFW - Crab and Shrimp Regulations: Marine Area 12

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Rules & Seasons

CRAB: Dungeness and Red Rock Crab, all fishing methods;

CLOSED

Closed until summer 2010.

Last Updated: October 31, 2009

NOTE: all fishing gear must be removed from the water
by one hour after sunset on the last day of any fishing period.

Species Min. size Limit Season Additional Rules

Dungeness Crab 6.25" 5 Males see above Must retain back shell while in the field.
Must release all softshell, females and undersized crab.
Catch record card required.

Red Rock Crab 5" Six crab
Either sex see above Must retain back shell while in the field.
Must release all softshell crab.

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