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2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43517 - Hunting by Minor Child; Order Establishing Mentored Youth Hunting Program.

324.43517 Hunting by minor child; order establishing mentored youth hunting program.
Sec. 43517.
(1) A parent or legal guardian of a minor child shall not permit or allow the minor child to hunt game under the authority of a license issued under this part except under 1 of the following conditions:
(a) The minor child hunts only on land upon which a parent or guardian is regularly domiciled or a parent or guardian, or another individual at least 18 years old authorized by a parent or guardian, accompanies the minor child. This subdivision does not apply under either of the following circumstances:
(i) The license is an apprentice license.
(ii) The minor child is less than 10 years old.
(b) If the license is an apprentice license, a parent or guardian, or another individual at least 21 years old authorized by a parent or guardian, who is licensed to hunt that game under a license other than an apprentice license accompanies the minor child.
(c) If the minor child is less than 10 years old, the minor hunts only with a mentor in compliance with the mentored youth hunting program established by the commission under subsection (2).
(2) By September 1, 2012, the commission shall issue an order under section 40113a establishing a mentored youth hunting program. The order must provide for at least all of the following:
(a) A mentor shall be at least 21 years of age before participating in the mentored youth hunting program.
(b) A mentor shall possess a valid license to hunt, other than an apprentice license, before engaging in any mentored youth hunting program.
(c) An individual shall not be a mentor unless he or she presents proof of previous hunting experience in the form of a previous hunting license, other than an apprentice license, or certification of completion of training in hunter safety issued to the individual by this state, another state, a province of Canada, or another country.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 2006, Act 280, Imd. Eff. July 10, 2006 ;-- Am. 2006, Act 282, Imd. Eff. July 10, 2006 ;-- Am. 2011, Act 109, Eff. Sept. 1, 2011 ;-- Am. 2018, Act 399, Imd. Eff. Dec. 19, 2018
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43518 - “Department” Defined; Signature Requirement for Valid License.

324.43518 “Department” defined; signature requirement for valid license.
Sec. 43518.
(1) As used in this section to section 43544, "department" includes a person designated by the department to issue and sell licenses.
(2) A license issued under this part is not valid unless it is signed as required by the department.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43519 - License Requirements; Effect of Court Order.

324.43519 License requirements; effect of court order.
Sec. 43519.
(1) To obtain any license, an applicant shall provide the department with 1 or more of the following as required by the department:
(a) Proof of residency or a signed affidavit of Michigan residency.
(b) Information required on the license application.
(c) The required license fee.
(d) Proof of identification.
(2) A person shall not obtain or attempt to obtain a license if a court order prohibits the person from obtaining that license.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43521 - Discounting Price of License.

324.43521 Discounting price of license.
Sec. 43521.
Notwithstanding any other section of this part, the department may discount the price of a license for the following purposes:
(a) For marketing purposes to increase participation in hunting and fishing activities.
(b) The price of any license or application fee may be discounted or eliminated to achieve a harvest or management objective for that species.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2009, Act 69, Imd. Eff. July 9, 2009
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43522 - Issuance of Sportcard to Persons Not Possessing Driver License or Other Identification; Fee.

324.43522 Issuance of sportcard to persons not possessing driver license or other identification; fee.
Sec. 43522.
If a person applying for a license or permit under this part does not possess a Michigan driver license or other identification, the department shall issue a sportcard. A person authorized by the department to issue licenses shall charge a $1.00 fee for each sportcard that he or she issues. The authorized person shall forward the required form and the fee collected pursuant to this section to the department. The department shall issue a license and a sportcard provided for in this part if the applicant satisfies the license requirements and pays the license fees.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43522a - Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013.

324.43522a Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013.
Compiler's Notes:
The repealed section pertained to deferment of license fee increase by director.
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43523 - Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.

324.43523 Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.
Compiler's Notes:
The repealed section pertained to small game license and fees.
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43523b - Combination Hunt and Fish License; Resident; Nonresident; Fees.

324.43523b Combination hunt and fish license; resident; nonresident; fees.
Sec. 43523b.
(1) Beginning March 1, 2014, the fee for a resident combination hunt and fish license is $75.00 and shall include all of the privileges conferred by all of the following:
(a) Resident base license.
(b) Two deer licenses.
(c) All-species fishing license.
(2) Beginning March 1, 2014, the fee for a nonresident combination hunt and fish license is $265.00 and shall include all of the privileges conferred by all of the following:
(a) Nonresident base license.
(b) Two deer licenses.
(c) All-species fishing license.
History:
Add. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43525 - Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.

324.43525 Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.
Compiler's Notes:
The repealed section pertained to waterfowl hunting license and fees.
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43525a - Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.

324.43525a Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.
Compiler's Notes:
The repealed section pertained to combination deer license.
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43525b - Waterfowl Hunting License; Requirements; Fee; Issuance as Stamp; Use of Fees; Electronic Display.

324.43525b Waterfowl hunting license; requirements; fee; issuance as stamp; use of fees; electronic display.
Sec. 43525b.
(1) Except as otherwise provided in this part, an individual 16 years of age or older shall not hunt waterfowl without a current waterfowl hunting license issued by this state. The annual license requirement is in addition to the requirements for a base license and federal migratory bird hunting stamp. The fee for the waterfowl hunting license is $12.00.
(2) If issued as a stamp, a waterfowl hunting license shall be affixed to the base license of the individual and signed across the face of the stamp by the individual to whom it is issued.
(3) A collector may purchase a waterfowl hunting license, if it is issued as a stamp, without being required to place it on a base license, sign across its face, or provide proof of competency under section 43520(2). However, a license described in this subsection is not valid for hunting waterfowl.
(4) From the fee collected for each waterfowl hunting license, the department shall use the following amounts:
(a) $9.00 shall be used to acquire, restore, or enhance wetlands and other lands to be managed for the benefit of waterfowl. Except as otherwise provided in this subdivision, not more than 0.25% of the money under this subdivision shall be used to acquire lands. However, if all of the money appropriated from the natural resources trust fund for eco-region acquisition carried over from previous fiscal years is spent, then the 0.25% limitation under this subdivision does not apply. The department shall not acquire land under this subdivision until that acquisition is approved by the joint capital outlay subcommittee.
(b) $1.93 shall be used to operate, maintain, and develop managed waterfowl areas in this state.
(c) The remaining amount shall be retained under section 43541 or used for administration of this part.
(5) Not later than March 1, 2018, the department shall develop an electronic license that allows an individual to display an electronic copy of his or her Michigan waterfowl hunting license using an electronic device.
History:
Add. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013 ;-- Am. 2016, Act 462, Eff. Mar. 29, 2017
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43526 - Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.

324.43526 Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.
Compiler's Notes:
The repealed section pertained to firearm deer license and fees.
Compiler's Notes:
Act 451
Compiler's Notes:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43526a - Repealed. 2012, Act 241, Eff. Jan. 1, 2017.

324.43526a Repealed. 2012, Act 241, Eff. Jan. 1, 2017.
Compiler's Notes:
The repealed section pertained to hunters helping landowners program.
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43526b - Electronic Copy of Kill Tag; Display Using Electronic Device.

324.43526b Electronic copy of kill tag; display using electronic device.
Sec. 43526b.
The department may develop an electronic license that allows an individual to display an electronic copy of his or her kill tag under section 43524, 43527a, 43528, 43528a, 43528b, or 43529 using an electronic device.
History:
Add. 2016, Act 461, Eff. Mar. 29, 2017
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43527 - Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.

324.43527 Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.
Compiler's Notes:
The repealed section pertained to bow and arrow deer license and fees.
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43527a - Purchase of Deer License Beginning March 1, 2014; Eligibility; Application Fee; Kill Tag; Second Deer License.

324.43527a Purchase of deer license beginning March 1, 2014; eligibility; application fee; kill tag; second deer license.
Sec. 43527a.
(1) Beginning March 1, 2014, only an individual holding a valid base license is eligible to purchase a deer license or an antlerless deer license, pursuant to current regulations. The fee for a deer license or an antlerless deer license is $20.00.
(2) Beginning March 1, 2014, the department shall charge a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $5.00 for each individual who applies for an antlerless deer license.
(3) The department may issue a kill tag with or as part of each deer license. The kill tag shall bear the license number. The kill tag may also include space for other pertinent information required by the department. The kill tag, if issued, is part of the license.
(4) Where authorized by the department, a resident may purchase a second deer license for the fee assessed under this subsection for the deer license for which that individual is eligible. However, a senior license discount is not available for the purchase of a second deer license. Where authorized by the department, a nonresident may purchase an additional deer license or antlerless deer license under this section for $170.00. The department may issue orders under part 401 designating the kind of deer that may be taken and the geographic area in which any license issued under this section is valid, when advisable in managing deer.
History:
Add. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43527b - Deer Management Assistance Permits.

324.43527b Deer management assistance permits.
Sec. 43527b.
The department may issue deer management assistance permits pursuant to current regulations.
History:
Add. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43528 - Bear Hunting License; Exception; Eligibility Beginning March 1, 2014; Fees; Kill Tag; Application Fee; Bear Participation License.

324.43528 Bear hunting license; exception; eligibility beginning March 1, 2014; fees; kill tag; application fee; bear participation license.
Sec. 43528.
(1) An individual shall not hunt bear unless the individual possesses a bear hunting license. However, an individual who goes on a bear hunt with a licensed hunter is not required to possess a bear hunting license if the individual does not carry a firearm, bow, or crossbow and does not own dogs used to chase or locate bear during the hunt. Beginning March 1, 2014, only an individual holding a valid base license is eligible to purchase a bear hunting license, pursuant to current regulations.
(2) The fee for a resident bear hunting license is $15.00. The fee for a nonresident bear hunting license is $150.00. Beginning March 1, 2014, the fee for a bear hunting license is $25.00.
(3) The department may issue a kill tag with, or as a part of, a bear hunting license. The kill tag shall bear the license number. The kill tag may also include space for other pertinent information required by the department. The kill tag, if issued, is part of the license.
(4) In addition to the license fees in subsection (2), the department shall charge a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $4.00 for each individual who applies for a bear hunting license. Beginning March 1, 2014, in addition to the license fees in subsection (2), the department shall charge a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $5.00 for each individual who applies for a bear hunting license.
(5) Beginning March 1, 2014, the following individuals chasing or locating bear with dogs during the open season for that game and who hold a valid base license are eligible for the purchase of a bear participation license for a fee of $15.00:
(a) Any individual possessing a firearm, crossbow, or bow and arrow.
(b) The owner, when present, of any dog chasing or locating bear.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 103, Imd. Eff. Mar. 5, 1996 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2008, Act 347, Imd. Eff. Dec. 23, 2008 ;-- Am. 2009, Act 70, Imd. Eff. July 9, 2009 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43528a - Moose Hunting License; Fees; Kill Tag.

324.43528a Moose hunting license; fees; kill tag.
Sec. 43528a.
(1) A resident shall not hunt moose without a moose hunting license. Beginning March 1, 2014, only a resident holding a valid base license is eligible to purchase a moose hunting license, pursuant to current regulations. The fee for a moose hunting license is $100.00. The department may establish a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $4.00 for each individual who applies for a moose hunting license. Beginning March 1, 2014, the department may establish a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $5.00 for each individual who applies for a moose hunting license.
(2) The department may issue a kill tag with, or as part of, a moose hunting license. The kill tag shall bear the license number. The kill tag may also include space for other pertinent information required by the department. The kill tag, if issued, is part of the license.
History:
Add. 2010, Act 366, Imd. Eff. Dec. 22, 2010 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43528b - Wolf Hunting License; Eligibility Beginning March 1, 2014; Fee; Kill Tag.

324.43528b Wolf hunting license; eligibility beginning March 1, 2014; fee; kill tag.
Sec. 43528b.
(1) An individual shall not hunt wolf without a wolf hunting license. Beginning March 1, 2014, only an individual holding a valid base license is eligible to purchase a wolf hunting license. The fee for a resident wolf hunting license is $100.00. The fee for a nonresident wolf hunting license is $500.00. The department may establish a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $4.00 for each individual who applies for a wolf hunting license. Beginning March 1, 2014, the department may establish a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $5.00 for each individual who applies for a wolf hunting license.
(2) The department may issue a kill tag with, or as part of, a wolf hunting license. The kill tag shall bear the license number. The kill tag may also include space for other pertinent information required by the department. The kill tag, if issued, is part of the license.
History:
Add. 2012, Act 520, Imd. Eff. Dec. 28, 2012 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43528d.added - Commercial Hunting Guide License Application Fees.

***** 324.43528d.added THIS ADDED SECTION IS EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 20, 2024 *****
324.43528d.added Commercial hunting guide license application fees.
Sec. 43528d.
Except as otherwise provided in this section, the department shall charge a resident applying for a commercial hunting guide license under section 43528c an application fee of $150.00. The department shall charge a nonresident applying for a commercial hunting guide license under section 43528c an application fee of $300.00. Money collected under this section must be deposited in the game and fish protection account established in section 2010.
History:
Add. 2023, Act 220, Eff. Feb. 20, 2024
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43529 - Elk Hunting License; Eligibility Beginning March 1, 2014; Fees; Kill Tag.

324.43529 Elk hunting license; eligibility beginning March 1, 2014; fees; kill tag.
Sec. 43529.
(1) A resident shall not hunt elk during the elk season without an elk hunting license. Beginning March 1, 2014, only a resident holding a valid base license is eligible to purchase an elk hunting license, pursuant to current regulations. The fee for an elk hunting license is $100.00. The department may establish a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $4.00 for each individual who applies for an elk hunting license. Beginning March 1, 2014, the department may establish a nonrefundable application fee not to exceed $5.00 for each individual who applies for an elk hunting license.
(2) The department may issue a kill tag with, or as a part of, an elk hunting license. The kill tag shall bear the license number. The kill tag may also include space for other pertinent information required by the department. The kill tag, if issued, is part of the license.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43530 - Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.

324.43530 Repealed. 2013, Act 108, Eff. Mar. 1, 2014.
Compiler's Notes:
The repealed section pertained to hunting small game on game bird hunting preserves.
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43531 - Fur Harvester's License; Exception; Fees; Conditions to Issuance of Nonresident Fur Harvester's License; Rights of Licensee; Eligibility Beginning March 1, 2014; Validity of License.

324.43531 Fur harvester's license; exception; fees; conditions to issuance of nonresident fur harvester's license; rights of licensee; eligibility beginning March 1, 2014; validity of license.
Sec. 43531.
(1) Except as otherwise provided in section 43523(2) or section 43523a(2), an individual shall not trap or hunt fur-bearing animals unless the individual possesses a fur harvester's license. However, an individual who goes on a bobcat hunt with a licensed hunter is not required to possess a fur harvester's license if the individual does not carry a firearm, bow, or crossbow and does not own dogs used to chase or locate a bobcat during the hunt.
(2) The fee for a resident fur harvester's license is $15.00. The fee for a fur harvester's license for a resident or nonresident minor child 10 years old or older shall be discounted 50% from the cost of the resident fur harvester's license.
(3) Until March 1, 2014, the department may issue a nonresident fur harvester's license to a nonresident of this state if the state, province, or country in which the nonresident applicant resides allows residents of this state to obtain equivalent hunting and trapping privileges in that state, province, or country. The fee for an eligible nonresident fur harvester's license is $150.00. Nonresident fur harvester's licenses shall not be sold or purchased before November 15 of each year.
(4) An individual who holds a fur harvester's license may hunt fur-bearing animals during the season open to taking fur-bearing animals with firearms and may trap fur-bearing animals during the season open to trapping fur-bearing animals.
(5) Beginning March 1, 2014, only an individual holding a valid base license is eligible to purchase a fur harvester's license, pursuant to current regulations. The fee for a fur harvester's license is $15.00.
(6) Beginning March 1, 2014, for a nonresident holding a valid base license and a valid fur harvester's license, the fur harvester's license is not valid for fur-bearing species for which a bag limit has been established.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2008, Act 347, Imd. Eff. Dec. 23, 2008 ;-- Am. 2009, Act 70, Imd. Eff. July 9, 2009 ;-- Am. 2011, Act 120, Eff. Sept. 1, 2011 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43531b - Issuance of Free Tags.

324.43531b Issuance of free tags.
Sec. 43531b.
Pursuant to current regulations, the department may issue free tags for survey purposes or for the enforcement of harvest limits.
History:
Add. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43532 - All-Species Fishing License; Fees; Electronic License.

324.43532 All-species fishing license; fees; electronic license.
Sec. 43532.
(1) An all-species fishing license entitles the licensee to take and possess all aquatic species as prescribed by law.
(2) An individual 17 years of age or older shall not take or possess an aquatic species, except aquatic insects, in the waters over which this state has jurisdiction without an all-species fishing license. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the fee for a resident all-species fishing license is $25.00. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the fee for a nonresident all-species fishing license is $75.00. An individual under 17 years of age may take and possess aquatic species in the waters over which this state has jurisdiction without an all-species fishing license. However, an individual under 17 years of age may obtain an all-species fishing license. The fee for a resident or nonresident who is under 17 years of age for an all-species fishing license is $2.00.
(3) The department shall develop an electronic license that allows an individual to display an electronic copy of his or her all-species fishing license using an electronic device.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2002, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Mar. 27, 2002 ;-- Am. 2010, Act 29, Imd. Eff. Mar. 26, 2010 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013 ;-- Am. 2016, Act 463, Eff. Mar. 29, 2017 ;-- Am. 2020, Act 271, Eff. Mar. 24, 2021
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43532a - Additional Charges; Deposit.

324.43532a Additional charges; deposit.
Sec. 43532a.
(1) The department shall charge an additional $1.00 for each of the following licenses:
(a) A base license issued under sections 43523a(3) and 43535(2).
(b) A combination hunt and fish license issued under section 43523b.
(c) Except for those licenses purchased by individuals under 17 years of age, an all-species fishing license issued under sections 43532(2) and 43536(1).
(2) The department shall deposit money generated under this section in the Michigan wildlife management public education subaccount created in section 43532b.
History:
Add. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 246, Eff. Mar. 27, 2014 ;-- Am. 2020, Act 270, Eff. Mar. 24, 2021
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43533 - 24-Hour or 72-Hour Fishing License; Fees; Electronic License.

324.43533 24-hour or 72-hour fishing license; fees; electronic license.
Sec. 43533.
(1) A resident or nonresident may purchase a 24-hour fishing license entitling that individual to take, for a designated 24-hour period, and possess all aquatic species as prescribed by law. The fee for a 24-hour fishing license is $10.00 per designated consecutive 24-hour period.
(2) A resident or nonresident may purchase a 72-hour fishing license entitling that individual to take, for a designated 72-hour period, and possess all aquatic species as prescribed by law. The fee for a 72-hour fishing license is $30.00 per designated consecutive 72-hour period.
(3) Not later than March 1, 2018, the department shall develop an electronic license that allows an individual to display an electronic copy of his or her 24-hour or 72-hour fishing license using an electronic device.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 356, Imd. Eff. July 1, 1996 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2010, Act 29, Imd. Eff. Mar. 26, 2010 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013 ;-- Am. 2016, Act 463, Eff. Mar. 29, 2017
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43534 - Free Fishing Days.

324.43534 Free fishing days.
Sec. 43534.
(1) The department shall designate a Saturday and the following Sunday during January or February of each year as free winter fishing days. In addition, the department may designate 1 other day or 2 other consecutive days each year as free fishing days.
(2) During free fishing days, a resident or nonresident may fish for all species of fish in waters of this state designated by the department without purchasing a license or permit.
(3) A person who fishes during a free fishing day pursuant to subsection (1) has the same privileges and is subject to the same rules and regulations as the holder of a limited fishing license issued pursuant to section 43533.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1999, Act 233, Imd. Eff. Dec. 28, 1999
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43535 - Senior License; Discounted Fees.

324.43535 Senior license; discounted fees.
Sec. 43535.
(1) Until March 1, 2014, a resident of this state who is 65 years of age or older may obtain a senior small game license, a senior firearm deer license, a senior bow and arrow deer license, a senior bear hunting license, a senior wild turkey hunting license, or a senior fur harvester's license. The fee for each senior license shall be discounted 60% from the fee for the resident license.
(2) Beginning March 1, 2014, a resident of this state who is 65 years of age or older may obtain a senior base license, a senior deer license, a senior wild turkey hunting license, or a senior fur harvester's license. The fee for each senior license shall be discounted 60% from the fee for the resident license.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43536 - Senior All-Species Fishing License; Discounted Fees; Electronic License.

324.43536 Senior all-species fishing license; discounted fees; electronic license.
Sec. 43536.
(1) A resident of this state who is 65 years of age or older may obtain a senior all-species fishing license. The fee for a senior all-species fishing license is discounted 60% from the fee for a resident all-species fishing license.
(2) Not later than March 1, 2018, the department shall develop an electronic license that allows an individual to display an electronic copy of his or her senior all-species fishing license using an electronic device.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013 ;-- Am. 2016, Act 463, Eff. Mar. 29, 2017
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43537 - Restricted or Senior All-Species Fishing License; Eligibility of Legally Blind; Disabled Veteran; Resident License for Which Lottery Not Required; Proof of Eligibility; Processing Licenses; Appropriations; "Disabled Veteran" Defined.

324.43537 Restricted or senior all-species fishing license; eligibility of legally blind; disabled veteran; resident license for which lottery not required; proof of eligibility; processing licenses; appropriations; "disabled veteran" defined.
Sec. 43537.
(1) Until March 1, 2014, a resident who is declared legally blind is eligible to purchase a senior restricted or senior all-species fishing license. Beginning March 1, 2014, a resident who is declared legally blind is eligible to purchase a senior all-species fishing license.
(2) A disabled veteran is eligible to obtain any resident license under this part for which a lottery is not required free of charge.
(3) The department may demand proof of eligibility under subsection (1), (2), or (4). The licensee, when taking aquatic species or hunting, shall possess proof of his or her eligibility under subsection (1), (2), or (4), as applicable, and shall furnish the proof upon the request of a peace officer.
(4) The department shall process licenses issued under this section in the same manner as licenses issued to senior citizens for purposes of receiving appropriations from the legislature under section 43546.
(5) As used in this section, "disabled veteran" means either of the following:
(a) A resident who has been determined by the United States department of veterans affairs to be permanently and totally disabled as a result of military service and entitled to veterans' benefits at the 100% rate, for a disability other than blindness.
(b) A resident rated by the United States department of veterans affairs as individually unemployable.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 585, Eff. Mar. 1, 1997 ;-- Am. 2007, Act 60, Imd. Eff. Sept. 18, 2007 ;-- Am. 2012, Act 339, Eff. Mar. 1, 2013 ;-- Am. 2013, Act 108, Imd. Eff. Sept. 17, 2013
Popular Name:
Act 451
Popular Name:
NREPA
2023 Michigan Compiled Laws › Chapter 324 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection › Act 451 of 1994 - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (324.101 - 324.90106) › Article III - Natural Resources Management (324.30101...324.83109) › 451-1994-III-2 - Chapter 2 Management of Renewable Resources (324.40101...324.53519) › 451-1994-III-2-2 - Subchapter 2 Hunting and Fishing Licenses (324.43501...324.44106) › 451-1994-III-2-2-435 - Part 435 Hunting and Fishing Licensing (324.43501...324.43561) › Section 324.43538 - Fishing; Reciprocity.

324.43538 Fishing; reciprocity.
Sec. 43538.
The department may permit a person licensed under the fishing laws of an adjacent state to fish in the inland lakes and rivers or portions of rivers of this state that constitute a part of the border of this state, if the adjacent state grants similar privileges to a person licensed in this state.
History:
Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995
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Act 451
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NREPA