Minnesota Statutes 145.365 – Trafficking in Skunks
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Subdivision 1.Prohibition.
In order to protect the public health and prevent human and domestic animal exposure to rabies, it shall be unlawful to:
Attorney's Note
Under the Minnesota Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | up to 90 days | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 145.365
- Gift: A voluntary transfer or conveyance of property without consideration, or for less than full and adequate consideration based on fair market value.
- state: extends to and includes the District of Columbia and the several territories. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44
(1) import into or export out of this state any live skunk, for sale, barter, exchange or gift for any purpose whatsoever;
(2) acquire, sell, barter, exchange, give, or purchase any live skunks.
Subd. 2.Exception.
The provisions of subdivision 1 do not apply to the importation, acquisition, or exportation of a skunk by a publicly or privately owned zoological park or circus or any other show where a skunk is exhibited but is not in physical contact with the public, or by scientific or educational institutions for research or educational purposes.
Subd. 3.
[Repealed, 1982 c 591 s 1]
Subd. 4.Penalty.
Violation of subdivision 1 is a misdemeanor.