Quote Originally Posted by jax7725 View Post
That leaves me to believe it's all about interpretation. Everyone has their opinion on limits and possession limits, etc, etc. I personally believe it should be designated specifically to each lake. And all species of fish for that matter. However, that would be a lot to remember for simple folks such as myself. Honestly, I think it should be spelled out a bit better and in black and white. I definitely follow and respect the laws, but when the law is left for debate how is one to know if your following it or not. I'm sure there will be more debate on this topic and maybe a CO from Ohio can weigh in on this as well. I'm driving 15 hours regardless if the possession limit is 4 or 2004. Coming that far I'd like to know what I can expect. I'm not going there to try and take home 28 fish in 7 days, I'm looking to relax, fish, and if I could possibly take home 6-8 fish to share with family, then that's a bonus.

Looking forward to more opinions on the topic.

Good for you. Sounds like you have the right mindset to have a great time. I don't think we will ever see a CO weigh in on a public forum. I also think there are by-laws that cover everything you are speaking of. They are just not practical to print as they are lengthy. The way I read the law is 1 day limit at any time. If you transport fish from an area you legally caught the fish, that is the limit that applies. Many Ohio lakes are 10 walleye and Erie is 6 depending on time of year. The limit where you caught the fish is what applies. I would advise you contact the ODNR and ask legal codes etc...........Good luck

Food for thought- The limit of walleye is reduced just before, during and just after the spawn. This is an attempt to keep spawning fish in the lake. If anglers catch and keep multiple day limits or go out multiple times a day and keep multiple limits, this defeats the purpose of reducing bag limits. Another thing to think about. ODNR is now making poachers pay restitution on poached wildlife. If you keep a 34" walleye and are over limit, you could pay thousands in restitution. The court sets the value.