ND HB1411

Amends North Dakota Century Code section 20.1-01-08 to modify exceptions to the prohibition on hunting wildlife with artificial light between sunset and sunrise.

Allows individuals to use lanterns, spotlights, night vision, thermal vision, infrared light, or other artificial light at any time throughout the year to pursue predatory animals (coyote, fox, skunk, mink, raccoon, beaver, weasel, rabbit) attacking poultry, livestock, or property on their premises.

Permits individuals to use artificial light, night vision, thermal vision, or infrared light with a maximum six-volt power source while hunting afoot for coyote, fox, raccoon, or beaver during open season, with the light producing red, green, or amber color except when taking a treed or bayed raccoon.

Passed the House with 92 yeas and 2 nays; passed the Senate unanimously with 47 yeas and 0 nays.