Crabs

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This is Chapter 7 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Crabs.” It is part of Subtitle II “Tidal Fisheries”, which is part of Title 28.2 “Fisheries and Habitat of the Tidal Waters”. It contains 14 laws divided across 3 structures.

Article 1 General Provisions
Article 2 Licenses
Article 3 Restrictions on Harvesting Crabs