Maine state waters, out to 3 miles
Take of coastal sharks as defined in Chapter 50.01(1) is prohibited in Maine territorial waters.
ME DMR 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 Maine?
No. Harvest is prohibited in Maine. Release it in the water where you can. Take of coastal sharks as defined in Chapter 50.01(1) is prohibited in Maine territorial waters.
How current is this Maine sand tiger rule?
Source: ME DMR 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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