Louisiana state waters, out to 3 miles
SizeNo harvest
BagNo harvest or possession
SeasonClosed year-round
On Louisiana's prohibited shark list.
LDWF 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
How to tell it
Ragged snaggle teeth visible even when closed; both dorsals equal-sized and set far back. More on the sand tiger page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Questions anglers ask2
Can you keep sand tiger in Louisiana?
No. Harvest is prohibited in Louisiana. Release it in the water where you can. On Louisiana's prohibited shark list.
How current is this Louisiana sand tiger rule?
Source: LDWF 2026, last checked Sep 7, 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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