VT
Vermont bans the use and sale of lead sinkers of 1/2 oz or less.
10 V.S.A. § 4615Checked 2026-10-04
Where a small lead sinker is illegal
These pages link to the state law. The rule can change. Read the official page before you fish.
NH
New Hampshire bans lead sinkers and lead jigs of 1 oz or less in fresh water.
New Hampshire Fish and GameME
Maine bans lead sinkers and lead jigs of 1 oz or less, or 2.5 inches or less, in inland waters.
Maine Inland Fisheries and WildlifeMA
Massachusetts bans lead sinkers, weights, and jigs under 1 oz in inland waters.
MassWildlife freshwater regulationsNY
New York bans the retail sale of lead sinkers of 1/2 oz or less. Use is not banned.
N.Y. ECL § 11-0308