Section 24-102 - Permit required.

§ 24-102. Permit required.
 

(a)  In general.- A person shall hold a permit issued by the Secretary before the person may import, distribute, or breed any exotic bird in this State. 

(b)  Exception.- A permit is not required for a person: 

(1) Legally to acquire and keep an exotic bird as a household pet; or 

(2) To import, distribute, or breed any bird that is regulated by any program of the Department of Natural Resources. 

(c)  Separate permit for each facility.- A separate permit is required for each facility where a person keeps an exotic bird. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 29; 1982, ch. 240, § 2; 1987, ch. 306, § 2.]