Kentucky HB918 amends fish and wildlife law enforcement provisions, including game warden powers and duties.

Kentucky HB918 amends fish and wildlife law enforcement provisions. It grants game wardens the same powers as peace officers, allowing them to arrest without a warrant for violations. Wardens can enter private open land with a search warrant or reasonable suspicion. They must notify landowners unless they have a warrant. Wardens can inspect boats and marine sanitation devices. The bill also outlines wardens' rights to call for aid in arrests and seize contraband. It specifies that wardens are immune from liability for acts within their duties.

Kentucky HB918 amends fish and wildlife law enforcement provisions, including game warden powers and duties.

Kentucky HB918 amends fish and wildlife law enforcement provisions. It grants game wardens the same powers as peace officers, allowing them to arrest without a warrant for violations. Wardens can enter private open land with a search warrant or reasonable suspicion. They must notify landowners unless they have a warrant. Wardens can inspect boats and marine sanitation devices. The bill also outlines wardens' rights to call for aid in arrests and seize contraband. It specifies that wardens are immune from liability for acts within their duties.