Reporting Fishing Violations to Authorities.
Lawbreakers are bad news.
Harming the resource and stealing from the public can never be condoned.
Here are some of the best ways to do that: Most, if not all coastal states have programs within their fish and wildlife agencies to report offenses.
The procedure often allows reporters to remain anonymous and provides rewards if the tips lead to arrest and convictions.
Reports can be made by phone, text or on-line forms and reporters usually are not required to testify in court.
Provide as much information as possible on the suspects, including names, addresses and ages if known.
Give a detailed description of the individuals.
Note the boat and hull identification numbers (or vehicle tag if appropriate).
Make your report to authorities as quickly as possible.
When you see a law broken, report it to the proper authorities.
Lawbreakers are bad news. Harming the resource and stealing from the public can never be condoned. Marine law enforcement officers do the best they can with limited manpower, but recreational anglers can help enforcement efforts by reporting violations. Here are some of the best ways to do that:
Most, if not all coastal states have programs within their fish and wildlife agencies to report offenses. The procedure often allows reporters to remain anonymous and provides rewards if the tips lead to arrest and convictions. Reports can be made by phone, text or on-line forms and reporters usually are not required to testify in court.
Taking photographs of the incident always helps authorities.
Start by giving a full account of the incident. Provide as much…
