§ 10-622. Injuring or trapping carrier pigeon  


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  •    (a) Killing or maiming. -- A person may not shoot, kill, or maim a carrier pigeon.

    (b) Trapping or detaining. -- A person may not entrap, catch, or detain a carrier pigeon that has:

       (1) the owner's name stamped on the carrier pigeon's wing or tail; or

       (2) a leg band that includes the owner's initials, name, or number.

    (c) Penalty. -- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 10 for each violation.


HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 64-66; 2002, ch. 26, § 2.