Recently, I have been asked to help one with a hunting citation. So, I may be able to help you out. A hunting citation is similar to a criminal citation except one wants to also preserve their hunting rights. I recently procured a golden deal for an alleged criminal that preserved his hunting rights. The … Continue reading Need Help with a Hunting Citation Call Prince Law
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Hunters, Landowners and Permission to Hunt
There are two kinds of property to hunt on, those which are public and those which are not. Private property offers a number of advantages over public, mainly that the landowner controls who can and cannot hunt on it. So how does one obtain permission to hunt private property in Pennsylvania? It's simple actually, you … Continue reading Hunters, Landowners and Permission to Hunt
Can I carry a firearm for self-defense while hunting?
A common question for those who have recently moved to the Commonwealth or are new hunters is “Can I carry a firearm for self-defense while hunting?” The answer is yes! Section 2525 of the PA Game code provides that: “It is lawful for…any person who possesses a valid license to carry a firearm…to be in … Continue reading Can I carry a firearm for self-defense while hunting?
Opening Day for Antlered Deer in Pennsylvania
Today marks opening day for antlered deer here in Pennsylvania. Hundreds of hunters take to the woods to fill their freezers for the year to come or to find that trophy deer. Every year, individuals are charged with violating the game code. I previously blogged that the PA Game Commission Officers (GCOs) and Wildlife Conservation … Continue reading Opening Day for Antlered Deer in Pennsylvania
FINALLY !!! Pennsylvania Considers Permitting the Use of Semiautomatic Rifles to Hunt Predators!
By Tom Beveridge. Pennsylvania predator hunters may soon be able to use semiautomatic rifles to hunt fox, coyotes and woodchucks. On May 1, 2014, House Bill 2230 was introduced by Representative Gregory Lucas (R-Crawford and Erie Counties) and referred to the Committee on Game and Fisheries. The Bill - co-sponsored by sixteen other Representatives … Continue reading FINALLY !!! Pennsylvania Considers Permitting the Use of Semiautomatic Rifles to Hunt Predators!
The Constitutional Right Against Self Incrimination Applies Even to the PA Game Commission
By Tom Beveridge Jack Coble of Perry County believes in his constitutional rights. In fact, he spent thousands of dollars to fight a citation he received from a Pennsylvania Game Commission officer - and he won! On November 7, 2012, a Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officer Steven Shaffer entered Mr. Coble's farm to investigate a tip … Continue reading The Constitutional Right Against Self Incrimination Applies Even to the PA Game Commission
PA’s Coyote Control Incentive Program Legislation
By Tom Beveridge. Over the Holidays, I had the opportunity to run a trapline in Northwestern Pennsylvania with some good friends of mine. We connected with some beavers and a gray fox, as well as two mature coyotes. Several people encouraged us to contact the Pennsylvania Game Commission to collect our "bounty" on these two … Continue reading PA’s Coyote Control Incentive Program Legislation
UPDATE !!! Governor Corbett Signs SB 648 Into Law – Landowners Protected At Last !!
By Tom Beveridge -- In follow up to my last blog, I am pleased to advise that Governor Corbett signed Senate Bill 648 into law on November 1, 2013. This law, which amends Title 34, Section 924 of the Pennsylvania Game and Wildlife Code to protect landowners who grant permission to individuals who are … Continue reading UPDATE !!! Governor Corbett Signs SB 648 Into Law – Landowners Protected At Last !!
Good News for Pennsylvania Sportsmen! Senate sends Landowner Liability Amendment to Governor
By Tom Beveridge Firearms Industry Consulting Group Late last week, the Pennsylvania Senate presented Governor Corbett with Senate Bill 648 which will amend Title 34, Section 924 of the Pennsylvania Game and Wildlife Code to protect landowners who grant permission to individuals who are hunting and trapping on their property. As presently written, Section 924 … Continue reading Good News for Pennsylvania Sportsmen! Senate sends Landowner Liability Amendment to Governor
Tacticool Scope at 2013 SHOT Show Illegal for PA Hunting
We just got back from the 2013 SHOT Show and saw some really cool stuff. Among the most popular and eye-catching items was a futuristic weapon system known as the Trackingpoint XS1. This is a weapon system you'd sooner expect to show up in the next Call of Duty (COD) video game or perhaps the … Continue reading Tacticool Scope at 2013 SHOT Show Illegal for PA Hunting
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