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ID H0528

Bill

Status

Passed

3/20/2020

Primary Sponsor

Ways and Means Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Idaho Code Section 36-1401 to clarify and revise penalties for fish and game violations classified as infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies.

  • Makes unlawfully killing, possessing, or wasting wildlife a felony when the combined reimbursable damage assessment exceeds $1,000 within a twelve-month period.

  • Establishes felony status for conviction of three or more violations within ten years when penalties include mandatory license revocation or reimbursable damage assessment.

  • Maintains infraction classification for minor violations including improper fishing techniques, hunting equipment violations, and failure to obtain required permits.

  • Declares an emergency, making the act effective upon passage and approval.

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the unlawful killing, possession, or waste of wildlife.

FISH AND GAME

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on March 19, 2020 Session Law Chapter 216 Effective: 03/19/2020

3/20/2020

Committee Referrals

Resources and Environment3/3/2020
Resources and Conservation2/21/2020

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