34A-8-11. Permits for capture or destruction of, wildlife to protect life or property--Violation of permit--Emergency protection of human life.
Upon good cause shown and where necessary to alleviate damage to property or to protect human health, endangered or threatened species found on the state list may be removed, captured, or destroyed pursuant to a permit issued by the secretary of game, fish and parks. A violation of the terms of the permit is a Class 2 misdemeanor.
Carnivorous animals found on the state list may be removed, captured, or destroyed by any person in emergency situations involving an immediate threat to human life, provided that the removal, capture, or destruction shall be reported to the secretary or his representative within twenty-four hours of the act.
Source: SL 1977, ch 335, §7; SL 1992, ch 158, §49.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 34A - Environmental Protection
Chapter 08 - Endangered And Threatened Species
Section 34A-8-1 - Definition of terms.
Section 34A-8-2 - Investigation of wildlife by secretary--Information developed.
Section 34A-8-3 - Lists of endangered and threatened species promulgated--Basis for determination.
Section 34A-8-4 - Biennial review of lists of endangered and threatened species--Amendments.
Section 34A-8-5 - Lists of endangered or threatened species--Add or remove species.
Section 34A-8-6 - Departments to manage, protect, and restore endangered and threatened species.
Section 34A-8-8 - Permitting capture of endangered and threatened species--Authorized purposes.
Section 34A-8-13 - Legislative approval required for reintroduction of species.