Colorado HB1342 modifies the law on luring bears by lowering the mental state requirement and repealing the warning for first offenses.

Colorado HB1342 amends the law on luring bears by lowering the mental state requirement from intention to criminal negligence. It also repeals the requirement that a first offense be given a warning. The bill raises the fine for a third or subsequent offense from $2,000 to $5,000. This change aims to address human-black bear conflicts, which have increased due to habitat constraints and climatic conditions.

Colorado HB1342 modifies the law on luring bears by lowering the mental state requirement and repealing the warning for first offenses.

Colorado HB1342 amends the law on luring bears by lowering the mental state requirement from intention to criminal negligence. It also repeals the requirement that a first offense be given a warning. The bill raises the fine for a third or subsequent offense from $2,000 to $5,000. This change aims to address human-black bear conflicts, which have increased due to habitat constraints and climatic conditions.