LAC 76:VII.359. Prohibited Fish Species, Permit for Scientific or Educational Purposes

A. The secretary of the department may issue permits to any person to possess, sell, or transport any fish into Louisiana for scientific or educational purposes, including species whose possession, sale, or transport is otherwise prohibited by commission rule. A copy of federal exempted fish permit must be submitted with the prohibited fish species (PFS) application. The department PFS permit must be on display with the permitted fish at all times. This permit is non-transferable. The permit does not exempt holder from any federal regulations and may be revoked at any time if abused.