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Maryland may exempt passengers on properly licensed for-hire vessels for some species—rules change and shore licenses differ. Ask your captain and verify current DNR charter passenger guidance before assuming exemption. Keep personal licenses if you also pier fish.
Sources: Maryland DNR · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
