An Ohio angler faces pushback when using a cast net to catch minnows. Is it legal or not? The debate continues.
Summary
- Ohio angler encounters conflicting opinions on the legality of using a cast net for bait fishing.
- Users provide references to Ohio fishing regulations and suggest contacting the Game Warden for clarification.
- Debate centers on the interpretation of specific rules regarding cast nets in Ohio public parks and docks.
Istvan3810’s Legal Advice
“If people keep bothering you call the game-warden yourself and press charges for harassment. You paid for your license, so you have every right to use it without being harassed by ignorant people.”
Debate on Ohio Regulations
“AFAIK people hollerin at you got it all wrong. There are very very few bodies of water in the US with cast net regulations other than…”
Wooden-Preference-88’s Suggestion
“Below is a snip from the 2024 Ohio fishing regulations. You should also check out a minnow seine…”