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When Fishing Becomes a Problem

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Feb 26, 2026 | 0 Comments

🎣🚨 Fishing Violation? Don't Let It Reel You In.

Fishing in Texas comes with rules — and citations from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department can carry serious consequences. Violations like fishing without a valid license, exceeding bag limits, keeping undersized fish, or fishing in restricted areas can result in fines, court appearances, and even the suspension of hunting and fishing privileges.

Many of these offenses are charged as Class C or higher misdemeanors under the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, and simply paying the ticket may not always be your best option.

If you've been cited for a fishing violation, you may have defenses available. Our firm helps clients protect their record and minimize the impact on their future.

📞 Call us for a consultation.
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Scott Markowitz

Scott Markowitz is a 2nd generation attorney, graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law School. He is a Texas Gulf Coast native and established the Markowitz Law Firm in 1994. "Empathetic and tenacious" is how some describe Scott. Those qualities coupled with his robu...

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