Legal About in Pennsylvania

Question	Answer
1. Are raccoons legal to keep as pets in Pennsylvania?	Raccoons are not legal to keep as pets in Pennsylvania. The state considers them to be wild animals and prohibits their possession without a special permit.
2. Can I rehabilitate and release a raccoon if I find it injured?	Yes, you can rehabilitate and release a raccoon if you are a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. However, it is illegal to keep a raccoon as a pet, even temporarily.
3. What should I do if I find a raccoon nesting in my attic?	If you find a raccoon nesting in your attic, it is best to contact a licensed wildlife removal specialist. Attempting to remove the raccoon yourself may be dangerous and could result in legal consequences.
4. Is it to and raccoons on my property?	Trapping and relocating raccoons without a permit is illegal in Pennsylvania. It is important to contact a professional wildlife removal service to handle raccoon infestations.
5. Can I hunt raccoons for sport in Pennsylvania?	Raccoon hunting is legal in Pennsylvania during designated seasons and with the appropriate hunting licenses. Is to state hunting regulations before engaging in raccoon hunting.
6. Are any to the laws raccoons in Pennsylvania?	There are exceptions for licensed wildlife rehabilitators and individuals with permits for educational or scientific purposes. However, the average person is not permitted to keep or handle raccoons without proper authorization.
7. Can I use a live trap to catch a raccoon on my property?	Using a live trap to catch a raccoon on your property is legal, but you must have a permit from the Pennsylvania Game Commission. It is important to follow all regulations and guidelines for trapping raccoons.
8. What are the penalties for illegally keeping a raccoon as a pet in Pennsylvania?	The penalties for illegally keeping a raccoon as a pet in Pennsylvania can include fines, confiscation of the animal, and potential criminal charges. It is important to comply with wildlife laws to avoid legal consequences.
9. Can I feed raccoons in my backyard?	Feeding raccoons in your backyard is not recommended, as it can lead to habituation and nuisance behavior. Some have against feeding wildlife, so is to check local regulations.
10. What should I do if I encounter a sick or injured raccoon?	If you encounter a sick or injured raccoon, it is best to contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator or animal control agency. Attempting to handle the raccoon yourself can be dangerous and may also be illegal.

 

Raccoons in PA?

As an animal lover and a law enthusiast, I find the topic of raccoons in Pennsylvania to be quite fascinating. Raccoons are for their and but the of whether they are to own or keep as pets in Pennsylvania a one that careful consideration.

Legal of in PA

According to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, it is illegal to keep a raccoon as a pet in the state. Raccoons are to be wild and are regulated under laws. This means that they cannot be kept as pets without the necessary permits and licenses.

Case and

While it be to keep a raccoon as a pet, important to the consequences. Raccoons carry such as rabies, and which be to and other pets. In fact, according to Centers for Control and raccoons are most reported wildlife in United States.

Year	Number of Raccoons in PA
2018	107
2019	98
2020	85

These potential of keeping raccoons as pets and of laws that their ownership.

Enforcement and

The Pennsylvania Game Commission takes the issue of illegal raccoon ownership seriously and has the authority to enforce wildlife laws. Found to be in of these may fines and legal consequences. Commission works to the public about the of keeping raccoons as pets and the of wildlife laws.

While are undeniably creatures, it`s to that they are wild that in their habitat. As we may them, it is to wildlife laws and the to keep raccoons as pets. Doing so, we can help the of both and raccoons alike.

 

Legal Contract: Raccoons in Pennsylvania

In the of Pennsylvania, are laws and governing the and of raccoons. This legal contract outlines the rights and responsibilities of individuals who wish to own or interact with raccoons in the state of Pennsylvania.

Section 1: Definitions
1.1 „Raccoon“ shall refer to the species Procyon lotor, commonly known as the raccoon.	1.2 „Owner“ shall refer to any individual or entity who has legal possession of a raccoon.	1.3 „Pennsylvania“ shall refer to the state of Pennsylvania, United States of America.

Section 2: Ownership and Possession
2.1 It illegal to possess, or wild in Pennsylvania without appropriate and as in Pennsylvania Game and Code.	2.2 Owners of in Pennsylvania must to state and regulations the care, and of raccoons.

Section 3: Responsibilities of Owners
3.1 Owners of in Pennsylvania are for the and of their as well as any or to the public.	3.2 Owners must adequate food, and care for their in with state and regulations.

Section 4: Enforcement and Penalties
4.1 Any found to be in of and regarding in Pennsylvania may subject fines, of animals, and legal penalties.	4.2 Law agencies and authorities in Pennsylvania have to these and take action against violators.

This contract is and in the of Pennsylvania. Who to or with in Pennsylvania are to legal and themselves with laws and regulations.