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Johnny's is an authorized New Jersey

Fishing and Hunting License Agent 

What Do I Need To Go Fishing In New Jersey? 

Anyone age 16 and older must have a valid license (see Exceptions) to fish the fresh waters of New Jersey with hand line, rod and line, or longbow and arrow. This includes privately owned lakes and other waters. Fishing licenses must be worn in a conspicuous place on the outer clothing while engaged in fishing, and must be exhibited to law enforcement personnel on request.

Resident License

It is unlawful for any person to obtain a resident license unless they have actually lived in New Jersey for six months immediately prior to the time of application.

Non-resident License

Any person who has lived in New Jersey less than six months prior to the time of application.
 

 Licenses for servicemen and women

A person who is on active duty in the armed services of the United States is entitled to fish with a resident license.

Trout Stamp

No person between the ages of 16 and 69 shall take, attempt to take, or kill trout without a valid fishing license with a trout stamp attached.

Exceptions

bullet Anglers Under 16 - No fishing license is required of persons under 16 years old.
bullet Veterans with a Service-connected Disability - Resident NJ veterans with a service-connected disability are eligible for free licenses which can be obtained at selected division offices and through the mail from the State..
bullet Fishing on a Farm - Farmers and family members that live on a farm do not need a license to fish on their farm, but must obey the fishing regulations.
bullet Licenses for the Blind - Residents afflicted with total blindness may obtain a free fishing license from the Division of Fish and Wildlife.

 

2004 Freshwater Fishing Issue of the Fish and Wildlife DIGEST

 

Copyright 2012 Johnnys Marina


Copyright 2012 Johnnys Marina