Except as specifically provided otherwise, the regulations in this chapter apply statewide to subsistence hunting, general hunting, and trapping, as applicable. This chapter does not apply to other responsibilities of the commissioner, including activities relating to

1. (1) animal propagation;
2. (2) scientific studies;
3. (3) stocking conducted under AS 16.05.050;
4. (4) issuance of permits for collection of animals under AS 16.05.340(b);
5. (5) the isolated taking of animals necessary for immediate protection of wildlife populations or the general public or property under AS 16.05.020; or
6. (6) issuance of any other department permits authorized by state or federal law.

(Eff. 7/5/85, Register 95; readopt 5/13/93, Register 126; am 7/1/2012, Register 202)