What Are the Potential Consequences of Hunting or Fishing Without a Tag or Licence?

Hunting tags issued by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry ("MNRF") are an important part of the province’s hunting regulations. These tags are required for hunters to legally hunt certain species of game animals in Ontario. The tags are specific to the species and the season in which the animal is hunted. For example, a deer tag is required for hunting deer during the fall season, while a turkey tag is required for hunting wild turkey during the spring season. The tags are available for purchase online or at MNRF offices and must be carried by the hunter while hunting. It is important for hunters to understand the regulations surrounding hunting tags and how to avoid common mistakes that could result in offences contrary to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, SO 1997, c 41 ("FWCA").

Proper Use of Tags

In order to avoid offences contrary to the FWCA, hunters must be aware of the regulations surrounding hunting tags. Hunters must ensure that their tags are valid for the species and season they are hunting. They must also ensure that their tags are properly filled out with the correct information, including the hunter’s name, address, and the date of the hunt. Hunters must also make sure that their tags are attached to the game animal they have harvested. In addition to ensuring that their tags are valid and properly filled out, hunters must also be aware of the regulations surrounding the possession of and transportation of game animals. It is illegal to possess more than the legal limit of game animals or to possess illegally killed, injured or captured wildlifeHunters must also ensure that they are not hunting on private property without permission to avoid being charged with trespassing for the purpose of hunting. Finally, hunters must ensure that they are not hunting in areas that are closed to hunting.

The Law

There are numerous offences relatee to licensing of hunters and validation of hunting tags. A few examples of these offences are Offence1 contrary to Section XX, Offence2 contrary to Section XX and Offence3 contrary to Section XX of the FWCA,  wherein it is stated:

Potential Penaties

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Summary Comment

By understanding the regulations surrounding hunting tags and the possession of game animals, hunters can avoid common mistakes that could result in offences contrary to the FWCA. By following the regulations, hunters can ensure that they are hunting legally and responsibly.

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