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[Ketchn]

The law: “Anyone who possesses an eagle feather, and doesn't meet the requirements, could face fines up to $100,000 and a year in prison. A second offense is upgraded from a misdemeanor to a felony, and carries a maximum penalty of two years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The act also provides for a civil penalty of up to $5,000.”
sounds about right to me .....just saying

[MCG1]

I was about to point that out also. Good informative post!

[chaunc]

The law: “Anyone who possesses an eagle feather, and doesn't meet the requirements, could face fines up to $100,000 and a year in prison. A second offense is upgraded from a misdemeanor to a felony, and carries a maximum penalty of two years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The act also provides for a civil penalty of up to $5,000.”
sounds about right to me .....just saying

I know it’s illegal to even possess a single feather from an eagle. If by chance I were to find one, I’d never post that I did on any forum. I’m not looking for trouble.

[skeetbum]

Birds of prey, raptors such as vultures and condors, even small hawks like the Kestrel or sparrow hawk, all protected. But think of it differently for a moment. We all enjoy watching the snowy egret walking the shoreline fishing for dinner. If I remember right, they were endangered at one point due to being hunted for their wispy feathers that were wanted for ladies fancy hats. I have no issue with the protection rules for most any animal and I’m also sure that Mike wasn’t aware of these rules until this post. If we fish alone and catch no fish and get to enjoy a quiet morning on the water, watching the woods come to life, it will be a day we’ll remember with a smile.