Bill Summary for S 66 (2011-2012)

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Feb 14 2011

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View NCGA Bill Details2011-2012 Session
Senate Bill 66 (Public) Filed Monday, February 14, 2011
TO AUTHORIZE THE RETRIEVAL OF KILLED OR WOUNDED DEER USING A SINGLE DOG ON A LEASH.
Intro. by Clary.

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Identical to H 29, filed 2/2/11.

Adds new subsection (k) to GS 113-291.1 as the title indicates. Additionally provides that if a hunter kills or wounds a deer during authorized hunting hours then the hunter may use only a .22-caliber rimfire pistol or weapon that is otherwise legal for that hunting season to engage in the quick and humane killing of a wounded deer. Makes an exception to allow pursuit and retrieval of the deer after the hunting hours authorized under subsection (a) of GS 113-291.1, if necessary, but prohibits using a motor vehicle to accomplish the pursuit and retrieval. Effective October 1, 2011.