1. (a) ACAs shall obtain an endangered species permit from the Commission each calendar year prior to conducting any alligator handling and relocation activities.
2. (b) ACAs shall only handle alligators after a separate depredation permit for each alligator has been issued by the Executive Director or his or her designee.
3. (c) In emergency situations, where an alligator must be moved without delay due to a current or imminent threat to human safety, the safety of the alligator, or disruption of traffic, ACAs shall obtain an authorization code from a representative of the Commission prior to conducting any alligator handling and relocation activities. Authorization codes may be obtained from Commission District Biologists or by contacting the Commission's communications center at 1-800-662-7137 to be directed to an appropriate Commission representative.

History Note: Authority G.S. 113-134; 113-273; 113-274;
Eff. May 1, 2021.