Rhode Island state waters, out to 3 miles
RI reg text lists blacknose in the allowed no-minimum group; one DEM summary reading disagreed — flagged for review.
RI DEM 2026 · checked · likely · the official rulebook is the final word
How to tell it
Dusky smudge on the snout tip; small slim shark. More on the blacknose shark page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Questions anglers ask4
What is the size limit for blacknose shark in Rhode Island?
No size limit.
How many blacknose shark can you keep in Rhode Island?
1 shark/person/day from shore or 1/vessel/day. Counts toward the Coastal Sharks aggregate.
When is blacknose shark season in Rhode Island?
Open year-round.
How current is this Rhode Island blacknose shark rule?
Source: RI DEM 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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