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DE SB228

Bill

Status

Passed

7/27/2012

Primary Sponsor

William Carson

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Origin

Senate

146th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits hunting or attempting to hunt any wild bird or wild animal at nighttime using any artificial light or devices that amplify light using a power source, including night vision and infrared devices.

  • Establishes that possession of firearms or implements in a motor vehicle with artificial lights or light-amplifying devices while hunting is prima facie evidence of illegal nighttime hunting.

  • Allows raccoons and opossums to be hunted on foot or while riding on horse or mule at nighttime during open season using dogs and/or artificial lights.

  • Permits frog hunting on foot or from a boat at nighttime during open season using artificial lights.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Prohibition Against The Use Of Lights For Hunting.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/27/2012

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources6/14/2012
Natural Resources & Environmental Control5/16/2012

Full Bill Text

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