Notwithstanding any other provision of this title to the contrary, it shall be permissible for any person, his family, and his tenants to trap rabbits upon the premises of such person by employing a device commonly called a rabbit box. No permit or license shall be required before engaging in such activity. Nothing contained in this Code section shall be construed to authorize a person to trap a rabbit out of the season provided by law or rule or regulation for hunting rabbits in this state.
History. Code 1933, § 45-607, enacted by Ga. L. 1977, p. 396, § 1.
Cross references.
Cruelty to animals, § 16-12-4 .
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 3 - Wildlife Generally
Article 2 - Trapping, Trappers, and Fur Dealers
§ 27-3-60. Required Commercial Trapping License
§ 27-3-61. Nonresident Commercial Trapping License
§ 27-3-63. General Offenses and Penalties
§ 27-3-66. Trapping of Rabbits on One’s Own Premises or on Premises of Family Member or Landlord
§ 27-3-67. Taking of Rabbits or Hares Out of Season; Special Permit to Trap or Sell Rabbits or Hares
§ 27-3-68. Confiscation and Disposal of Unlawful Devices
§ 27-3-69. Required Licenses for Fur Dealers and Fur Dealers’ Agents
§ 27-3-71. Reports and Records of Fur Dealers; Inspection of Premises
§ 27-3-73. Disposal of Carcasses of Fur-Bearing Animals or Alligators