(a) In this section, “transverse dimension” means the measurement across both shells of a hard–shell clam at the widest point perpendicular to the hinge line where the two shells meet.
(b) A clam dealer may possess hard–shell clams having a transverse dimension of less than the size required by the Department if the dealer offers a bill of lading approved by the Department as proof that all clams were caught in waters outside the State.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 10 - Oysters and Clams
Section 4-1021 - Dredging in Pocomoke and Tangier Sounds
Section 4-1021.1 - Dredging for Hard-Shell Clams in Atlantic Coastal Bays Prohibited
Section 4-1021.2 - Patent Tonging in Certain Areas of Somerset County
Section 4-1022 - Shinnecock Rakes
Section 4-1023 - Department May Regulate Catching in Worcester County
Section 4-1029 - Disposition of Clam Receipts