The new rules about beach and boardwalk closures start today in Long Beach.

The beach will now close at 8 p.m., and the boardwalk at 9 p.m.

Non-residents will no longer be able to buy beach passes Friday through Sunday.

Those who don't comply with the rules could be fined up to $500.

Officials tell News 12 the regulations come after crowds on the weekends made it difficult to comply with the state's 50% capacity rule.

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