Rhode Island General Laws

R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-3-5 (2026)

Emergencies

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The marine fisheries council may, without requirement of notice of hearing, recommend closure of any or all of the coastal waters of the state to the taking of any or all types of fish, lobsters, and shellfish where it determines that a biological emergency exists that imminently threatens the marine resources of the state subject to the provisions of § 42-35-3(b).

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 1 case, 1986–1986 · leading case: Healey v. Bendick, 628 F. Supp. 681 (D.R.I. 1986).

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Healey v. Bendick, 628 F. Supp. 681 (D.R.I. 1986). · cites it 3× “ion of the Council — the MFC’s powers are expanded even further: The Marine Fisheries Council may, without requirement of notice or hearing, close any or all of the coastal waters of the state to the taking of any or all types of fish, lobsters and shellfish, where it determines…”

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