2012 Senate Bill 1340

Increase fine for illegally shooting deer with big racks

Introduced in the Senate

Oct. 17, 2012

Introduced by Sen. Phil Pavlov (R-25)

To increase the amount of restitution a person must pay for shooting a deer out of season or without a proper license if the animal has big antlers, with the penalty amount based on how big the antlers are.

Referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism

Nov. 27, 2012

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Nov. 29, 2012

Amendment offered by Sen. Phil Pavlov (R-25)

To also prohibit violators from getting another hunting license for two years.

The amendment passed by voice vote

Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

Nov. 29, 2012

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation