HB1808

House Bill 1808 amends Arkansas law to classify specific hunting and fishing violations as Class D felonies. The bill identifies several actions as criminal offenses, including hunting in a manner that causes physical injury to others, hunting while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and the illegal commercialization or trade of wildlife valued at $500 or more. Additionally, the bill mandates felony penalties for offenses related to the protection of bald and golden eagles. It also imposes harsher penalties on repeat offenders who violate wildlife regulations multiple times within a five-year period. The Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission is designated as the sole authority for enforcing these provisions.