Pennsylvania Code
Title 58 - RECREATION
Part III - GAME COMMISSION
Chapter 137 - WILDLIFE
Section 137.2 - Release of animals

Universal Citation: 58 PA Code ยง 137.2

Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 44, November 2, 2024

(a) Except as otherwise provided, it is unlawful to release captive held or captive raised game or wildlife on any lands, public or private, without first securing a permit from the Commission. Lawfully acquired mallard ducks, ringneck pheasant, bobwhite quail, chukar partridge and Hungarian partridge may be released for dog training or hunting purposes.

(b) It is unlawful to release any animal that is a member of the suidae family into the wild.

(c) A person violating this section is subject to the penalties provided in the act.

The provisions of this §137.2 amended under the Game and Wildlife Code, 34 Pa.C.S. §§ 322(c)(8) and (9), 2101(a) and (c) and 2102(c).

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