Nebraska § 37-540 - Protected birds; nest or eggs; prohibited acts.
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§ 37-540. Protected birds; nest or eggs; prohibited acts.
It shall be unlawful (1) for any person to hunt or have in his or her possession, living or dead, any protected bird or part of any such bird or (2) for any person to take or needlessly destroy the nests or eggs of any protected birds or to have in his or her possession the nests or eggs of such birds.
This section shall not be construed to apply to the possession of species lawfully acquired prior to the effective date of protection of a given species or to prohibit importation into the state of species which may be otherwise lawfully imported into the state or the United States or lawfully taken, acquired, or removed from another state if the person engaging therein demonstrates by substantial proof that such species was lawfully taken or removed from such state.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 37-540
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 37-540 cover?
Section 37-540 ("Protected birds; nest or eggs; prohibited acts.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. 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 Nebraska § 37-540?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 37-540" (Nebraska). 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 Nebraska law?
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How does Nebraska § 37-540 apply to my situation?
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