§403h–3 Hunting, Fishing, Etc.; Rules and Regulations; Protection of Property; Penalties for Violating Laws and Rules

Summary

Hunting, killing, wounding, or capturing any wild bird or animal inside the park is banned, except when a dangerous animal must be killed to stop it from killing or seriously hurting someone. Fish may only be taken from park waters with a hook and line, and then only at the seasons, times, and in the ways the Secretary of the Interior allows. The Secretary must create and publish rules to manage and protect the park, its trees, minerals, natural features, and its animals and birds, including rules about fishing. Having the dead body or any part of a wild bird, fish, or animal in the park is taken as proof you broke the law. Carriers (for example, railways or other transport companies) who know or should know the animals were taken illegally and still accept them for transport can be punished. Violators face a misdemeanor charge, up to $500 fine, up to six months in jail, or both, and must pay court costs.