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510 ILCS 68/10-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 10 - Venomous Reptiles

Sec. 10-5. Venomous reptile defined.  Venomous reptiles include, but are not limited to, any medically significant venomous species of the families or genera of the Order Squamata: Helodermatidae, such as gila monsters and beaded lizards; Elapidae, such as cobras and coral snakes; Hydrophiidae, such as sea snakes; Viperidae and Crotalinae, such as vipers and pit vipers; Atractaspididae, such as burrowing asps; Colubridae in the following genera that shall be determined by administrative rule: West Indian racers (Alsophis); boigas and mangrove snakes (Boiga); road guarders (Conophis); Boomslangs (Dispholidus); false water cobras (Hydrodynastes); varied or hooded keelbacks (Macropisthodon); Montpellier snakes (Malpolon); kukri snakes (Oligodon); collared snakes (Phalotris); palm snakes or green racers (Philodryas); sand snakes or racers (Psammophis); keelbacks (Rhabdophis); beaked snakes (Rhamphiophis); twig snakes (Thelotornis); black tree snakes (Thrasops); Pampas snakes (Tomodon); Wagler's snakes (Waglerophis); false fer-de-lances (Xenodon); specimens or eggs of the brown tree snake (Boiga irregularis); and any other species added through legislative process designated.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/10-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 10 - Venomous Reptiles

Sec. 10-10. Surgically altered venomous reptiles.  It is not a defense to a violation of Article 65 that the person violating that Article has had the venomous reptile surgically altered to render it harmless.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/10-15
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 10 - Venomous Reptiles

Sec. 10-15. Venomous reptile permit requirements.  In addition to those requirements listed in Articles 60 and 65 of this Act, Herptile Special Use permits may be issued to residents using approved venomous reptile species only for bona fide educational programs, following an inspection and approval of the proposed facilities.  A minimum of 6 documented programs shall be required of each permittee per calendar year.  Unless addressed or exempted by administrative rule, annual permit renewal must be accompanied by a non-refundable fee as set by the Department by administrative rule and documented proof of educational programs completed on the recipient's letterhead. Prospective permittees must have 250 documented hours of experience with venomous reptiles.  The Department or the Department of Agriculture reserves the right to inspect permittees and facilities during reasonable hours.  Additions to permits must be approved prior to acquisition of additional venomous reptiles, and any changes shall be reported to the Department in writing no later than the first business day after that change occurred.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/10-20
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 10 - Venomous Reptiles

Sec. 10-20. Approved venomous reptiles.  Permittees may keep legally obtained venomous reptile specimens native to the United States, except the following species: Eastern diamondback rattlesnakes (Crotalus adamanteus); Western diamondback rattlesnakes (Crotalus atrox); Mojave rattlesnakes (Crotalus scutulatus); Southern Pacific rattlesnakes (Crotalus oreganus helleri); Eastern and Texas coral snakes (Micrurus fulvius); Sonoran coral snakes (Micruroides euryxanthus); and timber/canebrake rattlesnakes (Crotalus horridus) from the southern portions of their range (Oklahoma, southern Arkansas, Louisiana, and also southeastern South Carolina south through eastern Georgia to northern Florida), known as "Type A" and containing canebrake toxin.Except for Boomslangs (Dispholidus), twig snakes (Thelotornis), keelbacks (Rhabdophis), Lichtenstein's green racer (Philodryas olfersii), and brown tree snake (Boiga irregularis), medically significant snakes in the family Colubridae defined in Section 10-5 of this Article may be possessed with a  permit.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/10-25
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 10 - Venomous Reptiles

Sec. 10-25. Maintenance of venomous reptiles.   Permittees shall keep approved venomous reptiles in strong escape-proof enclosures that at a minimum are: impact resistant, locked at all times, prominently labeled with the permittee's full name, address, telephone number, list of cage contents by scientific and common names, and a sign labeled "venomous".  The signage shall also include the type and location of antivenom and contact information of the person or organization possessing the antivenom.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/10-30
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 10 - Venomous Reptiles

Sec. 10-30. Educational programs with approved venomous reptiles.  Permittees shall keep approved venomous reptiles in strong escape-proof enclosures that at a minimum are: impact resistant, locked at all times, prominently labeled with the permittee's full name, address, telephone number, list of cage contents by scientific and common names, and a sign labeled "venomous".  Labeling shall also include the type and location of antivenom and contact information of the person or organization possessing the antivenom.  Interiors of enclosures may not be accessible to the public.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/10-35
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 10 - Venomous Reptiles

Sec. 10-35. Transport of approved venomous reptiles.  During transport of any approved venomous reptile, it must be kept out of sight of the public in an escape-proof enclosure at all times that is labeled "venomous".  Transport of any venomous reptile to any public venue, commercial establishment, retail establishment, or educational institution shall only be for bona fide educational programs or veterinary care.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/10-40
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 10 - Venomous Reptiles

(510 ILCS 68/10-40)Sec. 10-40. Additional regulations.  Venomous reptiles shall not be bred, sold, or offered for sale within this State.  The Department may approve limited transfers among existing permittees as set forth in administrative rule.As determined by the Department, non-residents may apply for a permit not to exceed 15 consecutive days to use venomous reptiles in bona fide educational programs.  The fee for the permit shall be set by administrative rule, and all fees shall be deposited into the Wildlife Preservation Fund.    (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/Art. 15 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 15 - Boas, Pythons, and Anacondas

   ARTICLE 15.   BOAS, PYTHONS, AND ANACONDAS  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/15-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 15 - Boas, Pythons, and Anacondas

Sec. 15-5. Boas, pythons, and anacondas.  Unless contrary to any other law or rule, nothing shall prohibit lawfully acquired possession of any of the Boidae family, such as boas, pythons, and anacondas, provided captive maintenance requirements from the Department as set forth in this Act are met.  All boas, pythons, and anacondas referenced in this Act are exempt from the permit process, associated annual fee, and liability insurance coverage.  (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/15-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 15 - Boas, Pythons, and Anacondas

Sec. 15-10. Maintenance of boas, pythons, and anacondas.  Any species of boa, python, or anaconda not native to the United States, regardless of length, must be properly maintained in suitable, strong, impact resistant, escape-proof enclosures at all times unless being used for bona fide educational programs or trips for veterinary care.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/15-15
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 15 - Boas, Pythons, and Anacondas

Sec. 15-15. Educational programs with boas, pythons, and anacondas.  During any bona fide educational program involving boas, pythons, or anacondas not native to the United States, the owner or affiliated agent must maintain physical possession of the snake at all times if removed from a container or cage.  Interiors of cages or containers used during educational programs may not be accessible to the public.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/15-20
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 15 - Boas, Pythons, and Anacondas

Sec. 15-20. Transport of boas, pythons, and anacondas.  During transport of any boa, python, or anaconda, the snake must be kept out of sight of the public in an escape-proof enclosure at all times.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/15-25
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 15 - Boas, Pythons, and Anacondas

(510 ILCS 68/15-25)Sec. 15-25. Use of boas, pythons, and anacondas at reptile shows.   An owner or affiliated agent must have physical possession and control of any boa, python, or anaconda that is not native to the United States at all times if removed from a container or cage.  Uncontained boas, pythons, or anacondas removed from cages for examination or onlooker interaction must be kept confined either behind or at a display table.  Interiors of cages or containers may not be accessible to the public.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/Art. 20 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 20 - Crocodilians

   ARTICLE 20.   CROCODILIANS  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/20-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 20 - Crocodilians

Sec. 20-5. Crocodilians. "Crocodilians" means any species of the Order Crocodilia, such as crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gavials.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/20-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 20 - Crocodilians

Sec. 20-10. Crocodilian permit requirements.   In addition to the requirements listed in Articles 60 and 65 of this Act, Herptile Special Use permits may be issued to residents using crocodilian species only for bona  fide educational programs, following an inspection and approval of the proposed facilities.  A minimum of 6 documented programs shall be required of each permittee per calendar year.  Unless addressed or exempted by administrative rule, annual permit renewal must be accompanied by a non-refundable fee as set by the Department and documented proof of educational programs completed on the recipient's letterhead. The Department or the Department of Agriculture reserves the right to inspect permittees and facilities during reasonable hours.  Additions to permits must be approved prior to acquisition of additional crocodilians, and any changes shall be reported to the Department in writing no later than the first business day after that change occurred.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/20-15
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 20 - Crocodilians

Sec. 20-15. Maintenance of crocodilians.   Permittees shall keep crocodilians maintained in suitable, strong, impact resistant, escape-proof enclosures at all times unless being used for bona fide educational programs or trips for veterinary care.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/20-20
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 20 - Crocodilians

Sec. 20-20. Educational programs with crocodilians.   During any bona fide educational program involving crocodilians, the owner or affiliated agent must maintain physical possession and control of the crocodilian at all times if removed from a container or cage.  Interiors of cages or containers used during educational programs may not be accessible to the public.  Crocodilians removed from their cage or enclosure for educational programs must have either the mouth banded or taped shut or kept at a minimum of 10 feet from the public and also kept out of direct contact with the public.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/20-25
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 20 - Crocodilians

Sec. 20-25. Transport of crocodilians.   During transport of any crocodilian, it must be kept out of sight of the public in an escape-proof enclosure at all times.  Transport of any crocodilian to any public venue, commercial establishment, retail establishment, or educational institution shall only be for bona fide educational programs or veterinary care.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/20-30
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 20 - Crocodilians

(510 ILCS 68/20-30)Sec. 20-30. Additional regulations.   Crocodilians shall not be bred, sold, or offered for sale within this State. However, the Department may approve, by rule, limited      transfers among existing permittees.As determined by the Department through administrative rule, non-residents may apply for a permit not to exceed 15 consecutive days to use crocodilians in bona fide educational programs.  The fee for this permit shall be set by administrative rule, and all fees shall be deposited into the Wildlife Preservation Fund.    (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/Art. 25 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 25 - Monitor Lizards

   ARTICLE 25.   MONITOR LIZARDS  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/25-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 25 - Monitor Lizards

Sec. 25-5. Monitor lizards. "Monitor lizards" means the following members of the Varanidae family, specifically crocodile monitors and Komodo dragons.  (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/25-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 25 - Monitor Lizards

Sec. 25-10. Monitor lizard permit requirements.   In addition to those requirements listed in Articles 60 and 65 of this Act, Herptile Special Use permits may be issued to residents using monitor lizard species only for bona fide educational programs, following an inspection and approval of the proposed facilities.  A minimum of 6 documented programs on the family Varanidae shall be required of each permittee per calendar year.  Unless addressed or exempted by administrative rule, annual permit renewal must be accompanied by a non-refundable fee as set by the Department and documented proof of educational programs completed on the recipient's letterhead. The Department or the Department of Agriculture reserves the right to inspect permittees and facilities during reasonable hours.  Additions to permits must be approved prior to acquisition of additional monitor lizards, and any changes shall be reported to the Department in writing no later than the first business day after that change occurred.      (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/25-15
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 25 - Monitor Lizards

Sec. 25-15. Maintenance of monitor lizards.   Permittees shall keep monitor lizards maintained in suitable, strong, impact resistant, escape-proof enclosures at all times unless being used for bona fide educational programs or trips for veterinary care.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/25-20
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 25 - Monitor Lizards

Sec. 25-20. Educational programs with monitor lizards.   During any bona fide educational program involving monitor lizards, the owner or affiliated agent must maintain physical possession and control of the monitor lizard at all times if removed from a container or cage.  Interiors of cages or containers used during educational programs may not be accessible to the public.  Monitor lizards removed from their cage or enclosure for educational programs must have either the mouth banded or taped shut, or kept at a minimum of 10 feet from the public and also kept out of direct contact with the public.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/25-25
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 25 - Monitor Lizards

Sec. 25-25. Transport of monitor lizards.   During transport of any monitor lizard, it must be kept out of sight of the public in an escape-proof enclosure at all times.  Transport of a monitor lizard to any public venue, commercial establishment, retail establishment, or educational institution shall only be for bona fide educational programs or veterinary care.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/25-30
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 25 - Monitor Lizards

(510 ILCS 68/25-30)Sec. 25-30. Additional regulations.   Monitor lizards shall not be bred, sold, or offered for sale within this State.    However, the Department may approve, by rule, limited transfers among existing permittees.As determined by the Department, non-residents may apply for a permit not to exceed 15 consecutive days to use monitor lizards in bona fide educational programs.  The fee for the permit shall be set by administrative rule, and all fees shall be deposited into the Wildlife Preservation Fund.  (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/Art. 30 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 30 - Turtles

   ARTICLE 30.   TURTLES  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/30-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 30 - Turtles

Sec. 30-5. Turtle farming.   Turtles shall not be commercially farmed in this State.  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/30-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 30 - Turtles

(510 ILCS 68/30-10)Sec. 30-10. Turtle collection. Collection of wild turtles for races or other types of events involving congregating and gathering numbers of wild turtles is prohibited in counties where ranavirus has been documented. Inclusion on the  county list shall be determined by  administrative rule.  (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/Art. 35 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 35 - Amphibians

   ARTICLE 35.   AMPHIBIANS  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/35-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 35 - Amphibians

(510 ILCS 68/35-5)Sec. 35-5. Amphibians. For the purposes of this Section, "amphibians" means those   medically significant poisonous amphibians capable of causing bodily harm to humans or animals, including, but not limited to, cane or marine toads (Bufo marinus) and Colorado river toads (Bufo alvarius), or any other amphibian found to be medically significant and listed in administrative rule. Amphibians defined in  this Section shall only be allowed for bona fide educational purposes or research purposes by bona fide scientific or educational institutions.Poison dart frogs bred and raised in captivity shall be exempt from the permit process.    (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/Art. 40 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 40 - Herptile Scientific Collection Permits

   ARTICLE 40.   HERPTILE SCIENTIFIC COLLECTION PERMITS  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/40-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 40 - Herptile Scientific Collection Permits

Sec. 40-5. Permit issuance.   Herptile Scientific Collection permits may be granted by the Department under administrative rule, to any properly accredited person at least 18 years of age, permitting the capture, marking, handling, banding, or collecting (including hide, skin, bones, teeth, claws, nests, eggs, or young), for strictly scientific purposes, of any of the herptiles not listed as endangered or threatened but now protected under this Act.  A Herptile Scientific Collection permit may be granted under administrative rule for purpose of salvaging dead, sick, or injured herptiles not listed as endangered or threatened but protected by this Act for permanent donation to bona fide public or state scientific, educational, or zoological institutions.  Collecting herptiles on public lands shall require additional permits.  (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/40-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 40 - Herptile Scientific Collection Permits

(510 ILCS 68/40-10)Sec. 40-10. Permit requirements.   The criteria and standards for a Herptile Scientific Collection permit shall be provided by administrative rule.  The Department shall set forth applicable rules covering qualifications and facilities needed to obtain a permit.  Disposition of herptiles taken under the authority of this Article shall be specified by the Department.  The holder of each permit shall make to the Department a report in writing upon forms furnished by the Department as provided by administrative rule.  These reports shall be made (i) annually if the permit is granted for a period of one year or (ii) within 30 days after the expiration of the permit if the permit is granted for a period of less than one year.  These reports shall include all information that is required by the Department.  (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/Art. 45 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 45 - Herptile Scientific Collection Permit Application and Fees

   ARTICLE 45.   HERPTILE SCIENTIFIC COLLECTION PERMIT APPLICATION AND FEES  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)
510 ILCS 68/45-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 45 - Herptile Scientific Collection Permit Application and Fees

(510 ILCS 68/45-5)Sec. 45-5. Permit application and fees.   An applicant for a Herptile Scientific Collection permit must file an application with the Department on a form provided by the Department. The application must include all information and requirements as set by administrative rule.  The application for these permits shall be reviewed by the Department to determine if a permit should be issued.Unless addressed or exempted by administrative rule, annual permit renewal must be accompanied by non-refundable fee as set by the Department.  The annual fee for a Herptile Scientific Collection permit shall be set by administrative rule.  The Department shall adopt, by administrative rule, any additional procedures for the renewal of a Herptile Scientific Collection permit.  All fees shall be deposited into the Fish and Preservation Fund.    (Source: P.A. 102-315, eff. 1-1-22.)
510 ILCS 68/Art. 50 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 510 - ANIMALS|510 ILCS 68/ - Herptiles-Herps Act|Article 50 - Herpetoculture Permits

   ARTICLE 50.   HERPETOCULTURE PERMITS  (Source: P.A. 98-752, eff. 1-1-15.)