§ 20-5-7. Hook-backs in leaders.
Each leader shall be set as nearly as may be in a straight line and, with the exception of the traps permitted by § 20-5-5(7) and (8), no bend or angle in each leader known commonly as a “hook-back” shall be permitted.
History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 197, § 3.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Section 20-5-1. - Fish traps — Permit required.
Section 20-5-2. - Persons to whom permits issuable.
Section 20-5-3. - Application for permit.
Section 20-5-4. - Distance between traps — Length of trap leader.
Section 20-5-5. - Restricted locations off Rhode Island and Sakonnet River.
Section 20-5-6. - Continuity of traps.
Section 20-5-7. - Hook-backs in leaders.
Section 20-5-8. - Preference of prior occupants in permitting.
Section 20-5-9. - Expiration and renewal of permits.
Section 20-5-10. - Exclusive right of permittee — Assignment of permit.
Section 20-5-11. - Inspection of traps.
Section 20-5-12. - Suspension or revocation of permit.
Section 20-5-15. - Seizure of abandoned or unlawful traps — Destruction or sale.
Section 20-5-16. - Rules and regulations.
Section 20-5-17. - Judicial enforcement of chapter and orders.
Section 20-5-18. - Willful injury to traps.
Section 20-5-19. - Penalty for violations generally — Prosecution.
Section 20-5-20. - Appropriations and disbursements.
Section 20-5-21. - Fish traps near Conanicut Island unlawful.