### Question
How is the "moratorium area" defined?


### Answer
The term **moratorium area** is defined in *16 U.S.C. § 5152* as follows -

> the coastal waters with respect to which a declaration under section 5154(a) of this title applies

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 5152*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 71A-ATLANTIC STRIPED BASS CONSERVATION**

