N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law § 11-1907: Propagation of fur-bearing animals

§ 11-1907. Propagation of fur-bearing animals.

1. Beaver, bobcat, coyote, raccoon, sable or marten, skunk, otter,

fisher, nutria and muskrat may be propagated, or kept alive in

captivity, provided a license shall first be obtained from the

department. The fee for the license shall be twenty-five dollars and the

license shall be in force during the calendar year in which it was

issued. The license is not transferable.

2. Animals propagated or kept alive in captivity pursuant to such

license may be disposed of alive for propagation, exhibition,

scientific, or educational purposes or they may be killed and pelted at

any time, in any manner. Carcasses and pelts of such animals may be

possessed, transported, bought or sold at any time.

3. On or after April first, two thousand twelve, the department shall

not issue any new licenses pursuant to this section.