OAR 635-004-0620: Hagfish Fishing Gear

(1) It is unlawful for a single commercial fishing vessel to possess, use, control or operate more than 200 hagfish pots. Pots may be fished individually or on common ground line. (2) Pot gear used for hagfish shall include a biodegradable escape exit of at least three inches in diameter constructed with 120 thread size or smaller, untreated cotton twine or mild steel not to exceed 1/4-inch (six mm) in diameter or other materials approved by the Director. (3) All other species of finfish and shellfish caught in hagfish pots authorized under this rule must be returned immediately to the water.