Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 40-13-12-.06

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through November 21, 2024
Rule 40-13-12-.06 - Prohibited Birds
(1) The following listed birds are prohibited from entry into the State of Georgia due to being capable of breeding in the wild and, if established in the wild, presenting a threat of being detrimental to the agriculture industry of this State:
(a) Java Rice Bird;
(b) Quaker or Monk Parakeet;
(2) Importation into Georgia of the above-listed birds will be a violation of Georgia law, except by special permit from the State Veterinarian's Office.
(3) Any person convicted of violating these regulations shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 40-13-12-.06

O.C.G.A. Sec. 4-10-7.1.

Emergency Rule 40-13-12-0.22-.06 entitled "Assembly or Movement of Birds" adopted. F. July 5, 1984; eff. July 5, 1984, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the Agency.
Amended: Permanent Rule entitled "Prohibited Birds" adopted. F. Oct. 3, 1985; eff. Oct. 23, 1985.
Amended: F. July 21, 2010; eff. August 10, 2010.