- A. Every person must successfully complete a department approved trapper education course before setting any trap or snare in New Mexico. Proof of successful completion of a trapper education course in any other state will also be accepted, but the person must pass a New Mexico law and species identification course.
- B. Every person hunting furbearers must successfully complete either the New Mexico trapper education course, or a New Mexico law and species identification course.
- C. Trapper education shall be offered free of charge to all residents. The department may charge a fee of not more than $35 for each non-resident who takes a New Mexico trapper education course. The New Mexico law and species identification course shall be free for everyone.
[19.32.2.10 NMAC - Rp, 19.32.1.10 NMAC, 4/1/2024]