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House debates bill to deem wildlife taken while trespassing a crime
Summary
Lawmakers debated House Bill 40, which would make taking wildlife while trespassing a Class B misdemeanor where the landowner complains. Sponsors said the bill protects private landowners; lawmakers pressed on scope, posted-land limits and a proposed amendment to remove exemptions.
Salt Lake City — The Utah House of Representatives opened debate on House Bill 40, a proposal the sponsor said would make it a Class B misdemeanor to take wildlife while trespassing if a landowner files a complaint. The bill was read for the first time and set for further consideration.
The sponsor told the House the measure responds to situations in which hunters who hold valid licenses or permits may nevertheless enter private land without permission and keep game, while currently facing only trespass citations. "This bill would make it so if you are…
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