Sec. 23. (a) The "turn in a poacher" program is established within the division for the purpose of encouraging citizen participation in deterring the unlawful taking or possession of game, fish, or nongame wildlife.
(b) Under the program the department shall accomplish the purpose set out in subsection (a) by doing the following:
(1) Providing a toll free telephone service.
(2) Developing and conducting a publicity campaign for the program.
(3) Conducting investigations initiated through citizen participation in the enforcement of game, fish, and nongame wildlife laws.
(4) Approving and coordinating reward payments.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-4-13.]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources
Article 9. Department of Natural Resources
14-9-8-3. Organization of Division
14-9-8-5. Compensation of Director and Conservation Officers
14-9-8-6. Appointment of Director
14-9-8-8. Appointment of Personnel
14-9-8-9. Political Activities Not to Be Required
14-9-8-10. Worker's Compensation
14-9-8-11. Training and Examinations
14-9-8-12. Probationary Employees
14-9-8-13. Ineligibility for Reappointment
14-9-8-14. Discharge, Demotion, or Suspension
14-9-8-15. Uniforms and Equipment
14-9-8-16. Powers and Duties of Conservation Officers
14-9-8-17. Police and Arrest Powers
14-9-8-19. Obstructing, Hindering, or Interfering With Director, Officer, or Employee
14-9-8-20. Cooperation With Law Enforcement Officers; Investigations
14-9-8-21. Conservation Officers Fish and Wildlife Fund
14-9-8-21.5. Conservation Officers Marine Enforcement Fund
14-9-8-22. Retirement of Conservation Officers
14-9-8-23. "Turn in a Poacher" Program
14-9-8-24. Persons Authorized to Enforce Fish and Wildlife Laws
14-9-8-25. Conservation Officers Authorized to Work With Law Enforcement Agencies
14-9-8-27. Conservation Reserve Officer Assisting in Enforcement of Watercraft Laws