Missouri § 252.190 - Possession of wildlife a misdemeanor — when.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 252.190 — Possession of wildlife a misdemeanor — when., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 252.190. Possession of wildlife a misdemeanor — when.
Any person who shall have in his possession or under his control any wildlife, except in the manner, to the extent and at the time or times permitted by the provisions of this chapter and the rules and regulations of the commission, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor; and any agent of the commission, and any sheriff or marshal or deputy thereof is hereby permitted and authorized to take and confiscate any such wildlife from any person so possessing or controlling the same.
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(RSMo 1939 § 8906, A.L. 1945 p. 664 § 17)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 8247; 1919 § 5597; 1909 § 6524
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Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 252.190
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 252.190 cover?
Section 252.190 ("Possession of wildlife a misdemeanor — when.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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