Maine § 11855. - Unlawful use of migratory game birds
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 11855. — Unlawful use of migratory game birds, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11855.. Unlawful use of migratory game birds
1. Prohibition. Unless specifically permitted by regulations of the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act, 16 United States Code, Sections 703 to 712, or by rules adopted by the commissioner in conformity with Title 5, Part 18, except section 8052, subsection 3 of that Title, a person may not:
A. Hunt migratory game birds; [PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §185 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §422 (AFF).]
B. Possess migratory game birds; [PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §185 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §422 (AFF).]
C. Transport migratory game birds; or [PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §185 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §422 (AFF).]
D. Buy or sell migratory game birds. [PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §185 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 655, Pt. B, §422 (AFF).]
2. Penalty. A person who violates subsection 1 commits a Class E crime.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 11855.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 11855. cover?
Section 11855. ("Unlawful use of migratory game birds") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 11855.?
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