Rule 40-13-12-.05. Interstate Shipment of Birds. Amended
- (1) Each shipment of exotic and pet birds shipped into Georgia requires a prior permit number obtained from the State Veterinarian's Office.
- (2) All exotic or pet birds entering Georgia for sale, trade, or exchange for a fee or other type of compensation must be accompanied by a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection which has been issued within the previous 30 days and which records proof of the health requirements for each species.
- (3) All pet or exotic birds entering Georgia for exhibition purposes must meet the requirements for interstate shipment.
- (4) All exotic or pet bird shows and/or sales should obtain a special permit in writing from the State Veterinarian's Office.
- (5) Any person convicted of violating these regulations shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec. 4-7-1
History. Original Rule entitled "Enforcement Procedures" adopted. F. Dec. 21, 1982; eff. Jan. 10, 1983.
Repealed: New Rule entitled "Interstate Shipment of Birds" adopted. F. Oct. 3, 1985; eff. Oct. 23, 1985.
Amended: F. July 21, 2010; eff. August 10, 2010.
Amended: F. Oct. 19, 2015; eff. Nov. 8, 2015.