The Department of Marine Resources is established to conserve and develop marine and estuarine resources; to conduct and sponsor scientific research; to promote and develop the Maine coastal fishing industries; to advise and cooperate with local, state, and federal officials concerning activities in coastal waters; and to implement, administer, and enforce the laws and regulations necessary for these purposes.

Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry and Other Licenses and Permits are available on their website at https://www.maine.gov/dmr/recreational-fishing/index.html