South Atlantic Federal Regulations

(For areas three-200 miles off the coasts of NC, SC, GA, and East Florida)

*Note! Effective January 31, 2011,  there is a prohibition on harvest and retention of snowy grouper, blueline tilefish, yellowedge grouper, misty grouper, queen snapper, and silk snapper, beyond 240 feet (73 m) in federal waters in the South Atlantic.  See the Fishery Bulletin and Final Rule for details.  The Final Rule includes the waypoints for the depth closure.

Commercial:

Limited access permit required.

• 12" TL size limit.
• Gear restrictions apply.

Recreational:

• 12" TL size limit.
• Included in 10 snapper per person limit. (NOTE:  See changes effective January 31, 2011 as noted above)
• Gear restrictions apply.