SDCL § 34A-8-11: Permits for capture or destruction of, wildlife to protect life or property--Violation of permit--Emergency protection of human life.

Upon good cause shown and where necessary to alleviate damage to property or to protect human health, endangered or threatened species found on the state list may be removed, captured, or destroyed pursuant to a permit issued by the secretary of game, fish and parks. A violation of the terms of the permit is a Class 2 misdemeanor.

Carnivorous animals found on the state list may be removed, captured, or destroyed by any person in emergency situations involving an immediate threat to human life, provided that the removal, capture, or destruction shall be reported to the secretary or his representative within twenty-four hours of the act.

Source: SL 1977, ch 335, § 7; SL 1992, ch 158, § 49.