Wisconsin § 26.05 - Timber theft.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 26.05 — Timber theft., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26.05. Timber theft.
26.05(1) (1) Definition. In this section, “raw forest products” means forest products not altered by a manufacturing process off the land from which they are taken and includes seedlings, saplings, shrubs, whole-tree chips, boughs, logs, pilings, posts, poles, cordwood products, pulpwood, fuel wood and Christmas trees. 26.05(2) (2) Consent of owner required. No person may cut, remove or transport raw forest products or direct the cutting, removal or transportation of raw forest products without the consent of the owner. 26.05(3) (3) Penalties. 26.05(3)(a) (a) A person who violates this section or a rule promulgated under this section is subject to a forfeiture of not less than $100 nor more than $10,000. 26.05(3)(b) (b) Instead of the forfeiture provided under par. (a) , a person who intentionally violates this section, or a rule promulgated under this section, may be punished under s.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 26.05
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 26.05 cover?
Section 26.05 ("Timber theft.") 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 § 26.05?
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Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
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How does Wisconsin § 26.05 apply to my situation?
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