Law enforcement agencies do their best, but without the cooperation of the public their efforts cannot fully control the disregard some people have for our natural resources. Involving YOU is what Operation Game Thief is all about. This program, sponsored by the New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs in close cooperation with the Division of Fish and Wildlife, seeks to enlist the help of all segments of the public in cracking down on wildlife crime. You can make a difference and you can also be paid for your efforts. The rewards are paid if the report results in the issuance of a summons.
Anonymity is guaranteed if desired.
You are fully protected because no one, not even the person you speak with need ever know your name or address. Rewards are paid confidentially also. Operation Game Thief Categories Commercial exploitation of New Jersey's wildlife resources, including deer, striped bass, shellfish from condemned waters, undersized lobsters, fluke, crab pots, etc. Flagrant violations concerning pheasants, trout, and other freshwater fish, ducks, quail, etc., including over limit netting and trapping, and the use of illegal traps. Pollution of wildlife habitat.