R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-2-46. Green crab harvest and license. [Effective January 1, 2026.]

(a) Any person may take the aquatic invasive species commonly known as green crabs, more specifically known as the species carcinis maenas.

(b) Rhode Island residents may be granted a commercial green crab license for a fee of ten dollars ($10.00) per season.

(c) The director is hereby authorized to promulgate regulations for the commercial green crab license.