It is unlawful for any person to harvest an alligator gar 36 inches in length or greater without a valid Alligator Gar Tag in their possession and complying with the following:

1. Immediately after harvesting an alligator gar 36 inches in length or greater and before moving it, each fisherman must attach a temporary Alligator Gar Possession Tag to the dorsal fin; and
2. Each fisherman must check each alligator gar 36 inches in length or greater within 12 hours of harvest by contacting the Commission and following all tag requirements furnished by the Commission before the season.

PENALTY: Class 1