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GA Code § 27-3-65 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-65. Removal of Trap or of Wildlife From Trap Owned by Another Person; Possession of Wildlife Removed From Trap of Another Person

 It shall be unlawful for any person to remove a legally set trap, except for the owner of the land on which the trap is set, or to remove any lawfully trapped wildlife from any legally set trap or to possess any wildlife so removed from such a trap without the permission of the owner of the trap.   (Code 1933, § 45-608, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1; Ga. L. 1984, p. 802, § 3.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 53, 59 et seq.   C.J.S.   - 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, §§ 55, 56.
GA Code § 27-3-66 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-66. Trapping of Rabbits on One's Own Premises or on Premises of Family Member or Landlord

 Notwithstanding any other provision of this title to the contrary, it shall be permissible for any person, his family, and his tenants to trap rabbits upon the premises of such person by employing a device commonly called a rabbit box. No permit or license shall be required before engaging in such activity. Nothing contained in this Code section shall be construed to authorize a person to trap a rabbit out of the season provided by law or rule or regulation for hunting rabbits in this state.   (Code 1933, § 45-607, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1.)   Cross references.   - Cruelty to animals, § 16-12-4.   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 52, 53, 59 et seq.   C.J.S.   - 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, §§ 4, 55, 56.
GA Code § 27-3-67 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-67. Taking of Rabbits or Hares Out of Season; Special Permit to Trap or Sell Rabbits or Hares

  Except as otherwise provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this Code section, it shall be unlawful for any person to take rabbits or hares in this state except during the lawful hunting season as prescribed by law or rules and regulations of the board.   The director of the Game and Fish Division of the department may issue a special permit to any person, including any minor under 16 years of age, for the purpose of trapping or capturing rabbits or hares by means of rabbit boxes or other similar devices. Such person shall be authorized to sell such rabbits or hares for use at time trials licensed or sanctioned by the American Kennel Club. When issuing such special permits, the director shall consider principles of sound wildlife management as well as the demand for rabbits or hares in a given locality of the state. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to repeal the provisions of Code Sections 27-3-20 and 27-3-66.   The prohibitions of this Code section shall not apply to domestic rabbits.   Any person who violates this Code section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.    (Ga. L. 1977, p. 1270, § 12; Ga. L. 1981, p. 1006, § 1.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 48, 52 et seq.   C.J.S.   - 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, § 54 et seq.
GA Code § 27-3-68 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-68. Confiscation and Disposal of Unlawful Devices

 It shall be the duty of game wardens to confiscate any trap, pitfall, deadfall, scaffold, catch, snare, net, salt lick, blind pig, baited hook, or other similar device used in violation of the wildlife laws, rules, and regulations and to dispose of same as directed by the commissioner.   (Code 1933, § 45-604, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1; Ga. L. 2019, p. 808, § 7/SB 72.)    The 2019 amendment,  effective July 1, 2019, substituted "game wardens" for "conservation rangers" near the beginning of this Code section.   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, § 63.   C.J.S.   - 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, § 60 et seq.
GA Code § 27-3-69 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-69. Required Licenses for Fur Dealers and Fur Dealers' Agents

  It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in business as a fur dealer or in business as a fur dealer's agent unless such person has a current valid license to engage in such business.   For purposes of obtaining a fur dealer license, a person who is a legal resident of Georgia at the time of application for such license, a partnership in which all partners are residents of this state, and a corporation which is incorporated under the laws of this state or qualified to do business within this state and having a regularly maintained and established place of business within this state shall be deemed eligible for a resident license. All other fur dealer license applicants shall be required to obtain a nonresident license. Fur dealer licenses shall include the name of the licensee if the holder is an individual, the names of the partners if the holder is a partnership, and the names of the president and the manager if the holder is a corporation.   Any employee or officer of a fur dealer may apply for a fur dealer's agent license if the employee or officer is authorized to purchase, sell, or otherwise acquire title to or possession of furs, hides, skins, and pelts for and on behalf of a licensed fur dealer and if the fur dealer approves any such application, provided that no employee may be a licensed fur dealer's agent for more than one licensed fur dealer at the same time. No such license shall be transferable, and there shall be no rebate, refund, or reduction in the license fee for any reason whatsoever.   Any person who violates this Code section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.    (Ga. L. 1968, p. 497, § 11; Code 1933, § 45-309, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 51, 59 et seq.   C.J.S.   - 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, § 52.   ALR.   - Right to enjoin business competitor from unlicensed or otherwise illegal acts or practices, 90 A.L.R.2d 7.
GA Code § 27-3-70 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-70. Posting of Bond by Applicants for Fur Dealer License; Effect of Breach of Conditions of Bond

  Upon application for a fur dealer license, the person making the application must do one of the following:   Post a cash forfeiture bond in the form prescribed by the board in favor of the State of Georgia in the amount of $5,000.00, conditioned upon faithful compliance with the laws of this state and regulations of the board governing fur dealers; or   File with the commissioner a forfeiture bond in the form prescribed by the board executed by a bonding, surety, or insurance company licensed to do business in this state in favor of the state in the amount of $5,000.00, conditioned upon faithful compliance with the laws of this state and regulations of the board governing fur dealers.     The term of the bond provided for in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a) of this Code section shall be for one year and shall correspond to the period of the license. The commissioner shall have the right to recover on the bond for the breach of its conditions whenever the fur dealer violates the laws of this state governing fur dealers or any rule or regulation promulgated by the board pursuant thereto, as follows:   For the first violation, $500.00;   For the second violation within a two-year period of time of any prior violation, $1,000.00;   For the third violation within a two-year period of time of any prior violation, $5,000.00;   For each subsequent violation within a two-year period of time of any prior violation, $5,000.00.     Every breach or violation shall carry over to all succeeding bonds filed under this Code section. The aggregate liability shall not exceed the amount of the bond; however, in the event that the total amount of any bond is forfeited, the fur dealer's license shall be suspended until a new bond is filed covering the remainder of the period of the license; and it shall be unlawful and punishable under Code Section 27-3-69 for the fur dealer to engage in business as such at any time during the suspension of the license.    (Ga. L. 1977, p. 1270, § 7.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 51, 59 et seq.   C.J.S.   - 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, §§ 52, 60 et seq.
GA Code § 27-3-71 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-71. Reports and Records of Fur Dealers; Inspection of Premises

  It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in business as a fur dealer unless the person files an annual report with the department not later than 60 days after the close of the trapping season. The report shall list the number of each type of hide, fur, skin, or pelt purchased during the preceding year, the date of purchase, the name of the person from whom purchased, and the person's trapping or raccoon fur seller's license number. The report shall be submitted on forms provided by the department. In addition, each fur dealer shall maintain in a legible manner on his business premises a listing of furs purchased during the license year showing each type of hide, fur, skin, or pelt purchased, the date of purchase, and the name of the person from whom purchased.   Game wardens and other authorized representatives of the department shall be authorized to enter the premises of a fur dealer, during normal working hours and at any other time when the licensed activity is being conducted, for the purpose of inspecting the premises and the records maintained by the fur dealer pursuant to subsection (a) of this Code section.   Any person who violates subsection (a) of this Code section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.    (Ga. L. 1977, p. 1270, § 8; Ga. L. 1984, p. 802, § 4; Ga. L. 2019, p. 808, § 7/SB 72.)    The 2019 amendment,  effective July 1, 2019, substituted "Game wardens" for "Conservation rangers" at the beginning of subsection (b).   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, § 59 et seq.
GA Code § 27-3-72 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-72. Information as to Service of Process in Application; Filing as an Admission of Doing Business in Georgia

 All applications to the department for any license or permit required by this article shall designate an address in Georgia where the applicant can be personally served with legal process, or shall contain an appointment of an agent in Georgia for acceptance of service of legal process together with the agent's Georgia address, or shall contain a designation of the Secretary of State of Georgia for acceptance of service of legal process. A copy of any application so designating the Secretary of State shall be forwarded by the department to the Secretary of State. The filing of an application with the department for a license or permit shall constitute an admission by the applicant that the applicant is doing business in Georgia.   (Ga. L. 1977, p. 1270, § 9.)
GA Code § 27-3-73 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers|§ 27-3-73. Disposal of Carcasses of Fur-Bearing Animals or Alligators

 It shall be unlawful for any fur dealer to dispose of any carcasses or parts of carcasses of any fur-bearing animals or alligators except pursuant to a written plan of disposal submitted to and approved by the department in writing. Such a plan of disposal shall be designed to minimize vermin infestation, odors, and disease hazards. Any person who violates this Code section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject to the administrative license revocation, suspension, denial, and refusal provisions of Code Section 27-2-25.    (Code 1981, §27-3-73, enacted by Ga. L. 1984, p. 802, § 5; Ga. L. 1985, p. 149, § 27; Ga. L. 1988, p. 848, § 7.)
GA Code § 27-3-90 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 3 - Transportation|§ 27-3-90. Requirements for Lawful Transportation

 It shall be unlawful for any person to remove, ship, or transport from any point within this state to another point within this state or from any point within this state to any point beyond the borders of this state, except as otherwise provided, any wildlife taken in this state unless the wildlife is in the personal possession of or is carried openly by the person who took such wildlife and unless the person has in his possession a proper license or permit as prescribed by the wildlife laws, rules, and regulations.   (Ga. L. 1911, p. 137, § 13; Ga. L. 1916, p. 114, § 3; Code 1933, § 45-305; Ga. L. 1955, p. 483, § 45; Code 1933, § 45-401, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1.)   OPINIONS OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL   Editor's notes.   - In light of the similarity of the statutory provisions, opinions under former Code 1933, Ch. 45-3, as it read prior to revision by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1, are included in the annotations for this Code section.   Transportation of pet birds.   - The game and fish laws do not prohibit the transportation of two pet birds within this state. 1952-53 Op. Att'y Gen. p. 102 (decided under former Code 1933, Ch. 45-3).   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 51, 55.   C.J.S.   - 36A C.J.S., Fish, §§ 28, 35, 39. 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, § 51 et seq.
GA Code § 27-3-91 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 3 - Transportation|§ 27-3-91. Transportation by Carrier Within State

 It shall be unlawful for any person to take any wildlife and have such wildlife transported to his home or any other place within this state by a carrier unless the person files with the carrier a written statement giving his name and address and the number of wildlife to be so transported and specifying that he lawfully took the wildlife and that it is to be disposed of lawfully. A copy of the statement shall be attached to the wildlife or to its packaging.   (Ga. L. 1955, p. 483, § 46; Code 1933, § 45-402, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1.)   Cross references.   - Carriers generally, § 46-9-1 et seq.   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, § 55.   C.J.S.   - 36A C.J.S., Fish, § 39. 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, § 57.
GA Code § 27-3-92 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 3 - Transportation|§ 27-3-92. Transportation Out of State

 It shall be unlawful for any person, other than a carrier who has complied with Code Section 27-3-94, to remove, ship, or transport wildlife out of this state except under the following conditions:    The person must have in his possession at the time of such removing, shipping, or transporting the proper wildlife license or permit duly issued to such person by the department;   The person cannot remove from the state more than the bag or possession limits established by law or regulation;   The person shall make a sworn statement, duly attested to by an authorized officer of this state, which statement shall show that the person has lawfully taken such wildlife and that they are not for sale, except as otherwise permitted by the wildlife laws, rules, and regulations, and shall show the number of wildlife being shipped, transported, or removed from the state. One copy of the statement shall be given the carrier, if such wildlife is being transported by carrier, and one shall be attached to the wildlife being shipped, transported, or removed from the state; and   The person shall submit his license or permit and sworn statement to any sheriff, deputy sheriff, or game warden for inspection when requested to do so.    (Ga. L. 1955, p. 483, § 47; Code 1933, § 45-403, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1; Ga. L. 2019, p. 808, § 7/SB 72.)    The 2019 amendment,  effective July 1, 2019, substituted "game warden" for "conservation ranger" in paragraph (4).   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 49, 51, 54, 55.   C.J.S.   - 36A C.J.S., Fish, §§ 28, 35, 36, 39. 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, § 57.
GA Code § 27-3-93 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 3 - Transportation|§ 27-3-93. Transportation for Propagation and Scientific Purposes

 It shall be unlawful for any person to ship or transport from any point within this state to any other point within this state, or to points beyond this state, any wildlife or parts thereof for propagation or scientific purposes unless the person has been issued and is holding a valid scientific collecting permit. Both the person shipping or transporting the wildlife and any carrier accepting such shipment shall, on the same day the shipment is made, report to the department the number and the species of wildlife shipped, to whom shipped, and by whom shipped.   (Ga. L. 1955, p. 483, § 48; Code 1933, § 45-404, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 49, 51, 55.   C.J.S.   - 36A C.J.S., Fish, §§ 28, 39. 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, §§ 52, 57.
GA Code § 27-3-94 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 3 - Transportation|§ 27-3-94. Acceptance by Carriers of Wildlife for Shipment; Reports Required

 It shall be unlawful for any carrier to ship, transport, or receive for shipment or transportation any wildlife, except as otherwise provided by the wildlife laws, rules, or regulations, without having ascertained that the person offering the wildlife for shipment or transportation was then and there in possession of a proper license or permit duly issued for the period when the shipment was offered, or without receiving from the person a sworn statement as provided in paragraph (3) of Code Section 27-3-92. Any carrier who shall ship or transport the skins, hides, or pelts of fur-bearing animals shall be required to make reports of such shipments or transportation as may be required by the rules and regulations of the board.   (Ga. L. 1911, p. 137, § 19; Ga. L. 1916, p. 114, § 8; Code 1933, § 45-306; Ga. L. 1955, p. 483, § 49; Code 1933, § 45-405, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 49, 51, 55.   C.J.S.   - 36A C.J.S., Fish, §§ 28, 38. 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, §§ 52, 53, 58.
GA Code § 27-3-110 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 4 - Shooting Preserves|§ 27-3-110. Shooting Preserve License Required; Effective Dates; Contents of Application; Conditions for Issuance

  It shall be unlawful for any person to release pen raised game birds, except as provided in Code Section 27-2-14, unless the person has first obtained a commercial or private shooting preserve license as provided in Code Section 27-2-23. Such license shall be effective from April 1 through March 31 of the following year.   An application for a shooting preserve license shall be submitted on a form furnished by the department and shall contain the following:   The applicant's name and address;   A detailed description of the proposed activities and operations on the shooting preserve;   The location and description of the premises of the preserve; and   Such other information as may be necessary in order for the department to evaluate the application properly.     No shooting preserve license shall be issued unless the following conditions are met:   The land to comprise the preserve must consist of not more than 1,000 acres and not less than 100 contiguous acres and must be owned or leased by the applicant. If the land is under lease to the applicant, the lease shall be for a term of not less than one year from the date of application, and such lease shall be subject to inspection and approval by the department;   The boundary lines of the premises must be marked by signs indicating that they are the boundary line signs and that the premises are posted as against trespassing; and   As a condition of holding a shooting preserve license issued pursuant to this Code section, the owner of the shooting preserve, or his or her lessee or agent, shall, prior to allowing any person to hunt on such shooting preserve:   Confirm that such person has either completed a hunter education course as prescribed in Code Section 27-2-5; or   Provide such person with hunter education instruction that, at minimum, demonstrates techniques for proper firearm handling, unloading, and safety.        (Ga. L. 1957, p. 295, §§ 3, 4, 9; Code 1933, § 45-1001, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1; Ga. L. 1990, p. 386, § 3; Ga. L. 2002, p. 807, § 3; Ga. L. 2007, p. 47, § 27/SB 103; Ga. L. 2013, p. 771, § 1/HB 155.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 48, 51, 59 et seq.   C.J.S.   - 38 C.J.S., Game; Conservation and Preservation of Wildlife, § 52.
GA Code § 27-3-111 (2021)
2021 Georgia Code|Title 27 - Game and Fish|Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally|Article 4 - Shooting Preserves|§ 27-3-111. Removal of Pen Raised Game Bird; Release of Mallards or Black Ducks; Failure to Maintain or Furnish Records; Failure to Notify Department of Diseases

  It shall be unlawful to remove any pen raised game bird from a shooting preserve unless accompanied by the contact information of the preserve from which it was taken.   It shall be unlawful to release on a shooting preserve any mallard or black duck unless such duck is a pen raised mallard or black duck.   It shall be unlawful for a licensee under this article to fail to maintain a complete record of all pen raised game birds propagated, released, or taken on the preserve or to fail to allow the department access to such records during all regular business hours.   It shall be unlawful for any such licensee to fail to notify the department within 24 hours of the diagnosis of any epizootic disease of any pen raised game bird on the preserve, including unreleased stock.    (Code 1933, § 45-1002, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1; Ga. L. 2013, p. 771, § 1/HB 155.)   RESEARCH REFERENCES   Am. Jur. 2d.   - 35A Am. Jur. 2d, Fish, Game, and Wildlife Conservation, §§ 48, 59 et seq.