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WILDLIFE
Permits, Regulations
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Regulations and Permits
Regulations about endangered and nongame species and permits are found in Permanent Statute Title 23. Enforcement is the responsibility of the Bureau of Law Enforcement. For information on any proposed Legislative law changes visit the State Legislature and enter your topic in the “Keyword” search box – most, if not all, relevant bills will appear in the results. New Jersey Permanent Statute Title 23 – Fish and Game, Wild Birds and Animals
Endangered and Nongame Wildlife Laws and Regulations
Laws and regulations to protect and restore endangered and threatened wildlife in New Jersey
Exotic and Nongame Wildlife Permits
Regulations, permit applications, and additional information regarding the possession and importation of exotic and nongame animals (Individual Hobby, Pet Shop – Retail Sales, Animal Exhibitor, Scientific Collecting, etc.)
Game Animal Permits
Regulations, permit applications, and additional information regarding the possession and importation of game animals (Individual Hobby, Propagation & Sales, Animal Exhibitor, Scientific Collecting, etc.)
Freshwater Fisheries Permits
Commercial Baitfish Permit Commercial Harvest Permits Fish Stocking Permit Scientific Collecting Permit Special Limited Use License Water Lowering Permit WMA Fishing Tournament Permit Boat Ramp Maintenance Permit Commercial Fishing Preserve License
Wildlife Management Area Regulations and Permits
Regulations for use of New Jersey’s Wildlife Management Area System
