Maine § 12306. - Possessing unregistered bear, deer, moose or wild turkey
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 12306. — Possessing unregistered bear, deer, moose or wild turkey, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12306.. Possessing unregistered bear, deer, moose or wild turkey
1. Prohibition. Except as provided in section 12307, a person may not possess any of the following animals if that animal has not been legally registered as provided in this chapter or rules adopted under section 12301‑B, unless that animal is possessed in accordance with chapter 921:
A. Bear; [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).]
B. Deer; [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).]
C. Moose; or [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).]
D. Wild turkey. [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).]
2. Penalties.
3. Penalty. A person who violates this section commits a Class E crime.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 12306.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 12306. cover?
Section 12306. ("Possessing unregistered bear, deer, moose or wild turkey") 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 § 12306.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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