Georgia state waters, out to 3 miles
Not named individually; falls under GA's general rule for all shark species not otherwise listed.
GA DNR CRD 2026 · checked · likely · the official rulebook is the final word
How to tell it
Small gray shark with flat pavement teeth — it gums, not bites. More on the smooth dogfish page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Questions anglers ask4
What is the size limit for smooth dogfish in Georgia?
54 in fork length. Measured as fork length: snout to the fork of the tail.
How many smooth dogfish can you keep in Georgia?
1 per angler or boat, whichever is fewer. Counts toward the Sharks (other) aggregate.
When is smooth dogfish season in Georgia?
Open year-round.
How current is this Georgia smooth dogfish rule?
Source: GA DNR CRD 2026, last checked Sep 20, 2026. A watchman re-reads the agency's pages nightly. Rules change mid-season by proclamation; the official rulebook is the final word.
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