Fishing License Age North Carolina

General assembly passed legislation in 2004 to create a saltwater license and governor mike easley signed it into law in 2005.

Fishing license age north carolina. This license requirement does not apply to private ponds. Exemptions individuals under 16 years of age. A 2 transaction fee as mandated by ncgs 113 270 1b may apply at time of license purchase. 1 2007 any person 16 and older who wants to fish recreationally in any water designated as coastal and joint waters of north carolina must purchase a coastal recreational fishing license crfl.

Individuals 16 years of age or older using any type of bait or gear to catch finfish while fishing in north caro lina s public waters must possess a valid north carolina fishing license. As of january 1 2007 any individuals 16 years or older who want to recreationally finfish in any water designated as coastal or joint waters of north carolina must purchase a nc coastal recreational fishing license crfl. Locate contact information for state agencies employees hotlines local offices and more. Youth under age 16 are exempt from the requirements of a basic inland fishing license and trout privilege license.

Youth under age 16 are exempt from the requirement of a hunting license provided they comply with the following. Purchase your hunting trapping or fishing license here. Youth who have not obtained a certificate of competency showing their completion of the hunter safety course must be accompanied by a properly licensed adult when hunting. Lifetime licenses can be purchased at your local wildlife service agent online with a few exceptions by calling 888 248 6834 or by mail from the north carolina wildlife resources commission.