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Post by morrison on Jul 12, 2021 7:35:29 GMT -5
You are asking this question a year too early. The youth license is valid for anyone under the age of 18. If the license is valid on the day you purchase the license, the license will remain valid until it expires on March 31 of the following year.
For example: An individual purchases a Youth Hunting License on April 1. The same individual turns 18 years old on April 2. The license was valid when it was purchased and will remain valid through March 31 of the following year.
REMEMBER: The youth license includes any state stamps required but does NOT include the Federal Waterfowl Stamp.
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Post by morrison on Jul 12, 2021 7:29:09 GMT -5
The issue has been resolved and the county is in the process of amending their ordinance to be in compliance with state statute. The individuals, that we were aware of, have been notified and the situation corrected.
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Post by morrison on Jul 6, 2021 6:46:16 GMT -5
My purpose on this website is to provide factual information and answer questions from the standpoint of what is written in the statutes and administrative rules. Therefore, I will not provide direction on how to "fight this" or even if you should. Several other forums can correctly answer that question. The text for the legislation has not been posted as of today. However, based on the article provided above, the legislation is aimed at "mink farms" and not mink in the wild. Again, this is based on the information in the article provided. If the actual language of the legislation is similar to what the article states, it would not impact the trapping of mink. the link to the legislation, when it is posted, is www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/4310/text?q=%7B%22search%22%3A%5B%22hr4310%22%5D%7D&r=1&s=1
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Post by morrison on Jun 10, 2021 6:17:58 GMT -5
I will get this addressed. I appreciate you bringing it to our attention.
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Post by morrison on Jun 9, 2021 13:24:29 GMT -5
NO! please see the statute I posted below. It does not matter whether you are in an incorporated or unincorporated area. The state is the SOLE regulator of trapping wild animals."A unit of local government may not regulate in any way the trapping of wild animals, except for the trapping of wild animals on or in land, buildings, or other real property that is owned by the unit of local government."A unit of local government may NOT regulate IN ANY WAY the trapping of wild animals, except for the trapping of wild animals on or in land, buildings, or other real property that is owned by the unit of local government."
IC 14-22-10-10 State as sole regulator
Sec. 10. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the state is the sole regulator of the trapping of wild animals in Indiana, and trapping is regulated only by:
(1) statutes; and
(2) rules adopted under IC 4-22-2 by authority of statute.
(b) A unit of local government may not regulate in any way the trapping of wild animals, except for the trapping of wild animals on or in land, buildings, or other real property that is owned by the unit of local government
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Post by morrison on Jun 7, 2021 9:46:37 GMT -5
NO! please see the statute I posted below. It does not matter whether you are in an incorporated or unincorporated area. The state is the sole regulator of trapping wild animals.
IC 14-22-10-10 State as sole regulator
Sec. 10. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the state is the sole regulator of the trapping of wild animals in Indiana, and trapping is regulated only by:
(1) statutes; and
(2) rules adopted under IC 4-22-2 by authority of statute.
(b) A unit of local government may not regulate in any way the trapping of wild animals, except for the trapping of wild animals on or in land, buildings, or other real property that is owned by the unit of local government
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Post by morrison on May 10, 2021 6:14:30 GMT -5
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Post by morrison on Apr 29, 2021 8:49:39 GMT -5
If you have purchased the lake permit online and provide a copy of the receipt to the officer and it is within a reasonable amount of time, you should not have any issues. However, when the lake permit is purchased, our customer service gets them mailed out the following business day.
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Post by morrison on Apr 12, 2021 6:45:05 GMT -5
Switzerland County is in Operational District 9. The number for the District 9 Headquarters is 812-689-4370. The headquarters is open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. The officer can also be reached by contacting our Central Dispatch at 812-837-9536. Dispatch is open 24/7.
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Post by morrison on Apr 12, 2021 6:38:42 GMT -5
Sport fish cannot be taken with a cast net. While you may plan on using the Bluegill for bait, it is a sport fish and must be taken by using an approved method.
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Post by morrison on Mar 24, 2021 6:59:42 GMT -5
A law does not exist that limits or restricts the height of a fence on private property. However, if a person is permitted for specific animals and activities, such restrictions do exist but they are typically a minimum height requirement.
It is extremely hard to provide proof of something that does NOT exist.
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Post by morrison on Mar 15, 2021 17:35:33 GMT -5
I am not sure the statute that you read but the interpretation is incorrect. The use or possession of a suppressor (also referred to as a silencer) is only illegal under the following three (3) circumstances. It is illegal to possess or use a suppressor if you are: (1) illegally taking or possessing a deer or turkey, (2) taking a deer or turkey by illegal method, or (3) hunting without consent of the landowner regardless of the species of animal being hunted.
I have posted the statutes pertaining to this topic below. Let me know if you have additional questions.
IC 14-22-38-4 Fines; unlawful taking of deer or wild turkey; giving away deer meat; use of silencers Sec. 4. (a) If a person commits an offense that involves: (1) unlawfully taking or possessing a deer or wild turkey; (2) taking or possessing a deer or wild turkey by illegal methods or with illegal devices; or (3) except as provided in subsection (c), selling, offering to sell, purchasing, or offering to purchase a deer or wild turkey or a part of a deer or wild turkey; the court may order the person to reimburse the state five hundred dollars ($500) for the first violation and one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each subsequent violation. (b) The money shall be deposited in the conservation officers fish and wildlife fund. This penalty is in addition to any other penalty under the law. (c) Notwithstanding section 6 of this chapter, if a properly tagged deer is brought to a meat processing facility and the owner of the deer: (1) fails to pick up the processed deer within a reasonable time; or (2) notifies the meat processing facility that the owner does not want the processed deer; the deer meat may be given away by the meat processing facility to another person. The meat processing facility may charge the person receiving the deer meat a reasonable and customary processing fee. (d) In addition to being liable for the reimbursement required under subsection (a), a person who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally violates subsection (a)(1) or (a)(2) while using or possessing: (1) a sound suppressor designed for use with or on a firearm, commonly called a silencer; or (2) a device used as a silencer; commits unlawful hunting while using or possessing a silencer, a Class C misdemeanor. IC 14-22-38-4.5 Use of silencer; penalty Sec. 4.5. A person who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally: (1) violates IC 14-22-10-1(1) by hunting on privately owned land without the consent of the owner or tenant; and (2) while committing the violation described in subdivision (1), uses or possesses: (A) a sound suppressor designed for use with or on a firearm, commonly called a silencer; or (B) a device used as a silencer; commits unauthorized hunting on private land while using or possessing a silencer, a Class B misdemeanor.
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Post by morrison on Mar 11, 2021 7:16:47 GMT -5
Indiana statute provides for the processor to charge a reasonable fee for the processing of the meat, if the original owner fails to pick up the processed meet in a reasonable time or the original owner tells the processor the owner no longer wishes to have the meat. I have posted the portion of the Indiana Code that applies below.
IC 14-22-38-4(c) Notwithstanding section 6 of this chapter, if a properly tagged deer is brought to a meat processing facility and the owner of the deer: (1) fails to pick up the processed deer within a reasonable time; or (2) notifies the meat processing facility that the owner does not want the processed deer; the deer meat may be given away by the meat processing facility to another person. The meat processing facility may charge the person receiving the deer meat a reasonable and customary processing fee.
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Post by morrison on Mar 1, 2021 7:28:53 GMT -5
You have proposed a great scenario. IF this situation was to occur, contact your local Conservation Officer or our Central Dispatch Center at 8128379536. I hope you have a fabulous day.
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Post by morrison on Feb 8, 2021 13:19:32 GMT -5
Unless the particular property has a regulation against it. I am unaware of any property having such a regulation.
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Post by morrison on Feb 8, 2021 13:18:10 GMT -5
A person may not possess toxic shot while waterfowl hunting. Most officers would consider possession of toxic shot to be in a hunters possession if the hunter could reasonably be expected to have immediate access or control of the shot. Toxic shot in a person's vehicle, without more, would not be considered to be in the hunter's possession while he is in the field.
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Post by morrison on Dec 14, 2020 7:42:06 GMT -5
The Apprentice License does not have an age limit on the person using the license. The licensed hunter accompanying the apprentice hunter must be at least 18 years of age. The apprentice license is available for residents and non-residents. I have posted the statue below.
IC 14-22-12-1.7 Apprentice hunting license
Sec. 1.7. (a) As used in this section, "apprentice hunter" means an individual who hunts under an apprentice hunting license issued under this section.
(b) The department may issue an apprentice hunting license to a resident or nonresident in lieu of any hunting license authorized under section 1 of this chapter.
(c) The commission shall establish a fee to be paid by an applicant for an apprentice hunting license issued under this section.
(d) An apprentice hunter may hunt in Indiana without completing the course of instruction in hunter education offered by the department or the department's agent under IC 14-22-35.
(e) An apprentice hunter must:
(1) comply with the requirements under this article and the rules adopted by the director; and
(2) while hunting be accompanied by an individual who:
(A) is at least eighteen (18) years of age; and
(B) either holds a valid hunting license issued under this chapter or is not required to have a hunting license under IC 14-22-11.
(f) An individual described in subsection (e)(2) who accompanies an apprentice hunter:
(1) must be in close enough proximity to monitor the apprentice hunter's activities and communicate with the apprentice hunter at all times; and
(2) may not accompany more than two (2) holders of an apprentice hunting license at one (1) time.
(g) An individual may not purchase more than three (3) apprentice hunting licenses of any type during the individual's lifetime.
As added by P.L.14-2008, SEC.2
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Post by morrison on Dec 4, 2020 11:51:24 GMT -5
The deer reduction hunts conducted on the state park properties are overseen by the leadership of the Division of Parks and Reservoirs. The hunts are conducted with the highest priorities being focused on the safety of the participants and staff. It was my understanding that the properties were open for a period of time before the designated shooting hours. If the participants were not allowed to shoot until a designated time, the firearms being used should not have been loaded. While complaining is not the appropriate response to a limited hunting opportunity, you can voice your concerns by contacting the appropriate property manager.
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Post by morrison on Nov 21, 2020 11:05:57 GMT -5
Part 1
Indiana Code 14-22-11-1(b)(2) states an individual may not take or chase, with or without dogs, a wild animal without having a license, except an owner of farmland located in Indiana who is a resident or nonresident of Indiana and the spouse and children living with the owner may hunt, fish, and trap without a license on the land that the owner owns. I did not post the statute in this response but it is posted in its entirety in the response you are referencing.
Part 2
If it is a private lake, you could set the trap as long as you have rights to use the lake and the trap is anchored on property you own. If it is a public lake, it would depend on the regulations pertaining to how ownership and access is established and where property lines are defined.
If you have additional questions, let me know.
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Post by morrison on Nov 20, 2020 14:09:47 GMT -5
The exemption is for the owners of "FARMLAND" to include the owner's spouse and dependents living with the owner. As stated in the Indiana Code posted below, "FARMLAND" means agricultural land that is devoted or best adaptable for the production of crops, fruits, timber, and the raising of livestock or assessed as agricultural land for property tax purposes.
As for "once and for all", we all wish this was the case but every 5 to 10 years someone decides to provide clarification resulting in a definition that is interpreted the same but doesn't necessarily clarify the definition. For now, this is the current definition and application of the exemption.
Let me know if you have additional questions.
IC 14-22-11-1"Farmland"; license requirements and conditions; public use airport manager reporting requirements
Sec. 1. (a) As used in this section, "farmland" means agricultural land that is:
(1) devoted or best adaptable for the production of crops, fruits, timber, and the raising of livestock; or
(2) assessed as agricultural land for property tax purposes.
(b) An individual may not take or chase, with or without dogs, a wild animal without having a license, except as follows:
(1) An individual who is a resident or nonresident of Indiana while participating in a field trial that has been sanctioned by the director is not required to possess a license while participating in the trial.
(2) Subject to subsection (d), an owner of farmland located in Indiana who is a resident or nonresident of Indiana and the spouse and children living with the owner may hunt, fish, and trap without a license on the land that the owner owns.
(3) A lessee of farmland who farms that land and is a resident of Indiana and the spouse and children living with the lessee may hunt, fish, and trap without a license on the leased land. This subdivision does not apply to land that is:
(A) owned, leased, or controlled by; and
(B) leased from;
the department.
(4) An individual who:
(A) is less than thirteen (13) years of age;
(B) does not possess a bow or firearm; and
(C) is accompanying an individual who:
(i) is at least eighteen (18) years of age; and
(ii) holds a valid license;
may chase a wild animal without having a license.
(5) The manager of a public use airport (as defined by 49 U.S.C. 47102(22)), or the manager's designee, may chase or take at any time, without a license, a:
(A) white-tailed deer, except by trapping;
(B) coyote;
(C) wild turkey, except by trapping; or
(D) migratory bird;
that poses a threat to aircraft within the airport operations area.
(c) The exceptions provided in this section do not apply to a commercial license issued under this article.
(d) The right of a nonresident who owns farmland in Indiana (and of the spouse and children who reside with the nonresident) to hunt, fish, and trap on the farmland without a license under subsection (b)(2) is subject to the following conditions:
(1) The nonresident may hunt, fish, and trap on the farmland without a license only if the state in which the nonresident resides allows residents of Indiana who own land in that state to hunt, fish, and trap on their land without a license.
(2) While hunting, fishing, or trapping on the farmland, the nonresident must keep proof that the nonresident owns the farmland (for example, a tax receipt identifying the nonresident as owner) in a place where the proof is readily accessible by the nonresident.
(e) The manager of a public use airport (as defined by 49 U.S.C. 47102(22)), or the manager's designee, shall report annually to the department the following:
(1) The number of animals killed under subsection (b)(5) by species.
(2) The date the animal was taken.
(3) The name and address of the person who took the animal, other than a migratory bird.
(4) The disposition of the animal.
(5) The name and address of the person to whom the animal was given as a gift or donated (if applicable).
A copy of the report must be kept at the public use airport (as defined by 49 U.S.C. 47102(22)) and be available upon request to an employee of the department. White-tailed deer and wild turkeys must be tagged or accompanied by a piece of paper that includes the name and address of the person who took the deer or wild turkey, the date the deer or wild turkey was taken, and the location where the deer or wild turkey was taken before processing of the deer or wild turkey begins. However, it is not a violation of this subsection if the manager of a public use airport (as defined by 49 U.S.C. 47102(22)), or the manager's designee, fails to submit an annual report under this subsection, as long as the manager of a public use airport (as defined by 49 U.S.C. 47102(22)), or the manager's designee, provides the relevant information requested by the department not later than fourteen (14) calendar days after receiving a request from the department. If the manager of a public use airport (as defined by 49 U.S.C. 47102(22)) or the manager's designee does not provide the information requested by the department within the required fourteen (14) day period, the manager of the public use airport (as defined by 49 U.S.C. 47102(22)) and any designee of the manager are required to obtain a permit from the department to chase or take a wild animal during the following calendar year.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-1.]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.139-1997, SEC.1; P.L.25-1998, SEC.1; P.L.186-2003, SEC.60; P.L.194-2014, SEC.1; P.L.111-2016, SEC.19.
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