Defense for
Hunting Violations in Virginia
Hunting, Fishing, and Trapping Without a License
The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC in Roanoke Serves Hunters in Southwest VA
The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC offers defense for hunting violations in Virginia. Our skilled attorney serves hunters in Southwest VA caught hunting, fishing, and trapping without a license. You will not face jail time for hunting, fishing, or trapping without a license in Virginia. However, you may have a penalty fine of $500. If your license is not physically on you while hunting, fishing, or trapping, that is also a criminal offense. Not having your license on you is punishable by fines of up to $250.
Hunting without a license is a Class 3 misdemeanor in Virginia. If you are found guilty, it cannot be erased from your criminal record. Those hunting without a license in Southwest Virginia need defense from The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC. Contact us online or call us today at (540) 904-0985 for a personal consultation to discuss your options.
Laws & Permits for Hunters in the State of Virginia
When it comes to hunting in Virginia, safety and legality are of the utmost importance. Important laws that pertain to hunting in the state of Virginia include the following:
- Any individual 12 to 15 years old, or 16 years old or older with their first hunting license, must complete a hunter education course in Virginia.
- Hunters must tag any bear, deer, turkey, or other animal they kill.
- In addition to a basic hunter’s license, bear hunters must also acquire a bear license to legally hunt bears.
- During gun season, every hunter must wear blaze orange clothing that is visible from 360 degrees, whether it is a hat, jacket, or other piece of material on the upper half of his or her body. There are some exceptions to this rule, but for the most part, a hunter must be easily discernible for safety reasons.
- Target practice is only permitted in designated ranges
- It is illegal to possess a loaded gun in a vehicle in hunting areas.
- Hunters cannot hunt on private property without the landowner’s direct permission, and if you are caught illegally hunting on private property, you may receive fines of up to $500 to $2,500, 12 months in jail, or both.
- Hunters cannot use any type of bait that contain deer urine or other bodily fluids to lure animals.
- Hunting dogs are permitted, but only during hunting seasons that specifically permit it. Dogs must be on a leash during off-seasons.
Attorney with Field Knowledge of Hunting Laws
David Lawrence is a hunter who comes from a long line of hunters. Game laws are important, but they are complicated and easy to run afoul. Because laws are confusing, people make mistakes and if you make one in the field, the wardens will cite you. If you have run into the problem, you will likely remember that the game warden (they are called conservation officers now) wrote a long list of charges. Sometimes they don’t find the facts, sometimes they are excessive, and sometimes they can be negotiated or reduced. Petition must go to that court.
Protecting Your Hunting Rights in Southwest Virginia
If you care about your hunting rights or your record, give us a call. The appointment is free. You will get to talk with someone who not only knows the law, but knows the woods, too.
Those hunting without a license in Southwest Virginia are caught violating game loss. It is important to carry the proper license and hunt. Only what is in season in the county where you were hunting. It is easy to make a mistake and if you do, then you are probably going to need a lawyer.
If you hunt in Virginia, you must complete the hunter education course. There are exceptions for youth and new hunters who are directly supervised by a properly licensed hunter.
Protect Your Right to Hunt with The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC
Hunting certain animals out of season, hunting while intoxicated, and other safe hunting laws are also in place. Breaching these hunting safety laws can carry serious penalties. Generally, these are misdemeanor violations that can result in the loss of your hunting license, fines, and even jail time.
Providing legal services covering areas of Southwest Virginia, we also serve residents who want to restore their gun rights. Our law office also offers defense on gun and weapons charges. Call The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC, in Roanoke for defense on hunting violations in Virginia.
