Ala. Code § 9-12-37 (1975) Use of Mechanical Rake Dredges, Etc., Dredge License

• Library: Alabama Statutes
• Edition: 2023
• Currency: Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions.
• Year: 2023
• Citation: Ala. Code § 9-12-37 (1975)

Owners of private oyster reefs, beds, or bottoms and the lessees or designated permittees of such reefs, beds, or bottoms may use any mechanical means at their disposal and at any time between the hours of sunrise and sunset, including the use of mechanical rake dredges, to cultivate and harvest or remove live oysters of any size upon or from such grounds. Such a person shall first obtain a dredge license as provided in Section 9-12-87. The license may be revoked by the Commissioner of Conservation and Natural Resources if ...