§1852 Timber Removed or Transported

Summary

Cutting down, destroying, removing, or moving timber from U.S. public lands in the ways described is a crime. If someone cuts or destroys timber, removes it intending to export or dispose of it, or knowingly ships such timber or lumber on a boat, vehicle, airplane, or railroad, they can be fined under federal law, jailed for up to one year, or both. The rule does not stop miners or farmers from clearing land while working a mining claim or preparing a farm for tilling. It also allows taking timber needed for improvements, timber used by the United States, and any rights already given by other federal laws.