REGULATION OF LANDING, CURING, AND SALE OF SPONGES TAKEN FROM GULF OF MEXICO AND STRAITS OF FLORIDA

United States Code

U.S. Code most recently checked for updates: Nov 28, 2023

§ 781. Taking or catching, in waters of Gulf or Straits of Florida, commercial sponges of less than prescribed size, and landing or possession of same

§ 782. Sponges of less than prescribed size; possession prima facie evidence

§ 783. Punishment for violations of law; liability of vessels

§ 784. Jurisdiction of prosecutions

§ 785. Enforcement of law prohibiting taking of sponges of specified sizes; employment of Coast Guard vessels and Customs Service employees