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Post Black Sebass Closed
Black Seabass Closed Federal waters beyond 3 miles
§648.146 Black sea bass recreational fishing season.
Vessels that are not eligible for a moratorium permit under §648.4(a)(7), and fishermen subject to the possession limit specified in §648.145(a), may only possess black sea bass from May 19 through September 21, and October 18 through December 31, unless this time period is adjusted pursuant to the procedures in §648.142.

only closed federally-i.e. more than 3 miles from beach. if you look on a paper chart, the line of demarcation @ 3 miles is plainly visible,and you CAN possess seabass as long as you don't cross that line. there are still some quality fish within that area-it just takes a few more drops!