RCW 77.15.440: Weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves—Unlawful use

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77.15.435 << 77.15.440 >> 77.15.450

PDFRCW 77.15.440

Weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves—Unlawful use—Penalty.

(1) A person is guilty of unlawful use of weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves if:

(a) The person uses firearms, other hunting weapons, or traps on a game reserve; or

(b) The person negligently allows a dog upon a game reserve.

(2) This section does not apply to persons on a public highway or if the conduct is authorized by rule of the department.

(3) This section does not apply to a person in possession of a handgun if the person in control of the handgun possesses a valid concealed pistol license and the handgun is concealed on the person.

(4) Unlawful use of weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves is a misdemeanor.

[ 1998 c 190 § 12.]