1. (1)(a) A resident who has a service-connected disability of 20% or more may purchase a discounted 365-day or multi-year hunting, fishing, or combination license upon furnishing verification of a service-connected disability and paying the fee established in the approved fee schedule.

   1. (b) Fees for multi-year service-connected disability licenses will be calculated according to the process identified n R657-45-3(2)(c).

2. (2)(a) "Armed Forces" means the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard, including the reserve components thereof and the Army and Air National Guard of the United States.

   1. (b) "Service-connected disability" means injury or illness incurred or aggravated:

      1. (i) while in Armed Forces service; and
      2. (ii) that is recognized by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or by a branch of the Armed Forces.
   2. (c) "Verification of Service-Connected Disability" means an official written letter, statement, or card issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs or by a branch of the Armed Forces certifying that the person has a service-connected disability with a disability rating of 20% or higher.

3. (3)(a) A service-connected disability fishing license is not available to an individual who is eligible to fish without a license under Section 23A-4-303 or to receive a free fishing license under Section 23A-4-306.

   1. (b) Applications for service-connected disability licenses may be submitted at division offices and may be issued by mail, online or at license agents.
4. (4) The purchaser may be required to complete an affidavit of the service-connected disability at the time of application.

KEY: wildlife, wildlife law, disabled persons, fishing

Date of Last Change: June 23, 2026

Notice of Continuation: July 18, 2022

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 23A-5-315; 63G-3-201