HB828

Mississippi Fair Chase Act regulates hunting and trapping of nuisance animals, requiring permits and specific methods.

The Mississippi Fair Chase Act establishes regulations for hunting and trapping nuisance animals, requiring permits for those damaging crops or property. It prohibits hunting wild hogs without a depredation permit and restricts the use of certain methods like suppression devices and thermal scopes. Hunting with dogs is allowed only on private property of at least 2,000 contiguous acres. The act also mandates specific attire for hunters during open gun seasons and outlines penalties for violations.