81-29-103. Presence of feral swine -- notification -- immediate threat. (1) Except as provided in subsection (2), a person who believes feral swine are present on private or public property shall notify the board and, if authorized, assist in the control or eradication of the feral swine.
(2) A person or the person's agent who encounters feral swine on property owned or leased by that person may immediately eradicate the feral swine if the feral swine:
(a) poses an immediate threat of harm to a person or property; or
(b) will expand its range without immediate eradication.
(3) A person who eradicates a feral swine pursuant to subsection (2) shall notify the board as soon as practicable, but no later than the limit established by board rule. The person shall follow instructions provided by the board, including but not limited to the handling, preservation for testing, or disposal of the carcass.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 429, L. 2015.