20.1-07-05. Manner of taking protected fur-bearing animals restricted - Destruction of property of others unlawful - Penalty.

It is unlawful to molest or destroy the natural burrow, den, or retreat of any protected fur-bearer or to damage or injure the property of another while taking or attempting to take that fur-bearer. The governor, at the advice of the director, may by proclamation determine the manner in which fur-bearing animals may be taken in accordance with this section. The director, by permit, may allow the taking of fur-bearing animals for wildlife management purposes. Any person who violates this section is guilty of a class 2 noncriminal offense.