HB 549 -- Wildlife Code Violations

Co-Sponsors:  Holand, Hampton

In addition to the existing class A misdemeanor charge, this
bill requires anyone illegally taking or possessing an antlered
deer to remit to the Conservation Commission an amount ranging
from $1,500 to $7,500, depending on the deer's Boone & Crockett
score.  The commission may allocate up to 25% of the funds for
grants that promote anti-poaching activities.

The bill also requires courts to notify the commission if anyone
fails to appear at a hearing or pay a fine for taking wildlife
illegally.  The commission may consider this information in
permit suspension, revocation, or denial actions.

Missouri House of Representatives
Last Updated September 13, 2001 at 2:02 pm