Most Atlantic coastal states currently have striped bass slot limits as part of coastwide stock recovery efforts. The slot ranges vary year-to-year as stock assessments update. Recent slots have hovered around 28-31 inches in many states. Some states have one-fish daily bag limits within the slot.
State regulations pages cover current striper rules.
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