IN Fishing Without a License — Penalties & Fines (2026)

Indiana fishing penalties: Class C infraction $75–$500, regulation violations, DNR hotline.

Fishing without a license in Indiana is a Class C infraction with fines that far exceed the $17 license cost.

IN Violations

ViolationClassificationFine Range
No licenseClass C Infraction$75 – $500
Missing trout stampInfraction$50 – $200
Over bag limitClass A Misdemeanor$200 – $5,000
Illegal methodsClass B Misdemeanor$500 – $10,000
IN License ($17) vs Fine ($500+) License$17 vs Fine + Court Costs$500+ (29× the cost!)

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Call the IN DNR Law Enforcement: (800) 847-4367. Anonymous tips accepted.

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