MT SB427

Establishes mandatory trapping setbacks on public lands: 50 feet from designated roads/trails for furbearers, predators, and nongame wildlife; 150 feet for wolf traps

Requires 1,000-foot setbacks from designated campgrounds, recreation sites, boat ramps, and fishing access sites accessible by highway vehicles year-round

Creates 300-foot setbacks from designated trailheads for non-lethal traps and 1,000-foot setbacks for lethal ground sets or snares near trailheads

Wolf traps must be set back 500 feet from high recreational use trails/roads as determined by the Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks

Violations carry fines of $50-$1,000, up to 6 months imprisonment, potential forfeiture of hunting/fishing/trapping licenses, and possible restitution orders