Wisconsin § 169.25 - Scientific research license.

Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 169.25 — Scientific research license., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 169.25. Scientific research license.

169.25(1) (1) Issuance. 169.25(1)(a) (a) The department shall issue a scientific research license to any person who is engaged in a study or in research that the department determines will lead to increased, useful scientific knowledge and who files a proper application and who pays the applicable fee. 169.25(1)(b) (b) The department may also require the person to submit with the license application a copy of any of the following: 169.25(1)(b)1. 1. The person’s study plan or research proposal. 169.25(1)(b)2. 2. An approval received by the person under 9 CFR 2.31 . 169.25(2) (2) Authorization. A scientific research license authorizes the holder of the license to take from the wild, possess, kill, or propagate the species of native wild animals that the department authorizes under the license. 169.25(3) (3) Scope of license; contents. A scientific research license shall contain the holder’s name and address, the date of issuance, and all of the following conditions or limitations: 169.25(3)(a) (a) The specific purposes for which it is issued. 169.25(3)(b) (b) The species of wild animals and the number of each species to be studied. 169.25(3)(c) (c) The locations from where the wild animals will be taken. 169.25(3)(d) (d) The locations at which the wild animals will be kept and studied. 169.25(3)(e) (e) The periods of time in which the wild animals may be studied. 169.25(3)(f) (f) Any other conditions or limitations that the department considers reasonable. 169.25(4) (4) Equipment. A scientific research license may authorize the use of net guns, tranquilizer guns and other equipment or supplies for activities related to scientific research or study. 169.25(5) (5) Title to; transfer and disposal of wild animals. 169.25(5)(a) (a) A person holding a scientific research license may not transfer any wild animal or its carcass held under the authority of the license unless the purpose of the transfer is to trade the wild animals for other animals for scientific research or classroom demonstrations and the transfer is specifically authorized by the department at the time of the transfer. 169.25(5)(b) (b) A person holding a scientific research license shall release or dispose of a live wild animal possessed under the authority of the license, or its carcass, only in the manner specifically authorized by the department. 169.25(6) (6) Rules. The department may promulgate rules to establish additional standards, limitations, and requirements for scientific research licenses. 169.25 History History: 2001 a. 56 .

Source: official Wisconsin text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 169.25

What does Wisconsin Statutes § 169.25 cover?

Section 169.25 ("Scientific research license.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin § 169.25?

A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 169.25" (Wisconsin). 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 Wisconsin law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Wisconsin official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Wisconsin attorney.

How does Wisconsin § 169.25 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin.