Georgia § 4-4-174 - Escaped deer or cervid.
Full text of Georgia Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 4-4-174 — Escaped deer or cervid., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-4-174. Escaped deer or cervid.
Any farmed deer or cervid which escapes from a licensed deer farm shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Department of Natural Resources and may be treated as an escaped wild animal which is subject to the provisions of Chapter 5 of Title 27, except that, while such animal is roaming freely outside the enclosure of any licensed deer farm, the owner of such farmed deer or cervid shall have 48 hours from the time the escape is detected to recapture such animal and return it to the licensed deer farm. As a condition for maintaining a deer-farming license, it shall be the duty of the owner or operator of a licensed deer farm to notify the Department of Natural Resources immediately upon discovery of the escape of a farmed deer. When such notice has been given, no legal hunter shall be held liable for killing or wounding an escaped deer. (Code 1981, § 4-4-174 , enacted by Ga. L. 1997, p. 1395, § 2.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia § 4-4-174
What does Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 4-4-174 cover?
Section 4-4-174 ("Escaped deer or cervid.") is part of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the codified statutory law of Georgia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Georgia § 4-4-174?
A common citation format is "Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 4-4-174" (Georgia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Georgia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Georgia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Georgia attorney.
How does Georgia § 4-4-174 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Georgia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Georgia.