§ 49-9-5. Unlawful to take; when

MS Code § 49-9-5 (2019) (N/A)
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(1) It is unlawful for any person to take, catch or kill mussels by means of any kind of apparatus or in any manner whatsoever in any of the fresh waters of this state without first having secured a license or permit issued in accordance with this chapter.

(2) It is unlawful for any person to take from any of the fresh waters of this state any kind of mussels in any manner for the purpose of culture or scientific investigation, without first obtaining a permit from the commission.

(3) It is unlawful for any person to take mussels by means of dredges, drags or scoops, other than hand tongs.