California SB1232 allows property owners to take mountain lions immediately if they are caught in the act of harming livestock or domestic animals.

California SB1232 amends the Fish and Game Code to allow property owners to take immediate action against mountain lions caught harming livestock or domestic animals. The owner must report the incident to the department within 72 hours. The department investigates and, if the lion is captured, injured, or killed, requires the lion or its carcass to be turned over. Upon completing the investigation, the department issues a permit confirming compliance.

California SB1232 allows property owners to take mountain lions immediately if they are caught in the act of harming livestock or domestic animals.

California SB1232 amends the Fish and Game Code to allow property owners to take immediate action against mountain lions caught harming livestock or domestic animals. The owner must report the incident to the department within 72 hours. The department investigates and, if the lion is captured, injured, or killed, requires the lion or its carcass to be turned over. Upon completing the investigation, the department issues a permit confirming compliance.