§ 15-43-316 - Use of electrical device for stunning and taking fish.

15-43-316. Use of electrical device for stunning and taking fish.

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to use, possess, transport, or attempt to use any electrical device for the purpose of stunning, stupefying, or taking fish from any of the waters of this state.

(b) Any person violating any provision of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be fined in any sum not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or imprisoned in the county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or both fine and imprisonment.