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NY S06876

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/2/2012

Primary Sponsor

Kenneth LaValle

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes the phrase "without warrant" from enforcement officers' authority to seize fish, shellfish, crustaceans, wildlife, game, and protected insects or plumage as evidence of illegal taking
  • Removes the phrase "without warrant" from enforcement officers' authority to seize nets, traps, devices, and firearms used in violation of Fish and Wildlife Law
  • Clarifies that seizure of boats or vehicles used in illegal shellfish taking requires probable cause and possession of commercial harvesting gear or shellfish in excess of two pecks
  • Makes technical amendments to cross-references within the Environmental Conservation Law
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Relates to the powers and duties of enforcement officers.

Last Action

COMMITTED TO RULES

6/21/2012

Committee Referrals

Rules6/21/2012
Environmental Conservation4/2/2012

Full Bill Text

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