(A) It is unlawful to take by trapping any game or fur-bearing animal except as provided by the rules and regulations of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Notwithstanding the forgoing, it shall be unlawful to take by trapping any game or fur-bearing animal by use of the 330 Conibear steel trap or any similar trap until after January 2 of each year.
(B) Violation of this act is a misdemeanor punishable for a first conviction by a fine of not less than $10 nor more than $50 or imprisonment not to exceed 30 days, and punishable for a second or subsequent conviction within three years by a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $200, imprisonment not to exceed 90 days, or both.
(C) This act is enforceable by law enforcement officers of the Wildlife Resources Commission, by deputy sheriffs, and by other peace officers with general subject matter jurisdiction.
(Sess. Laws 1985, ch. 178., §§ 1–3) (Prior Code, §91.042) (Am. Ord. passed 9-15-2008) Penalty, see § 10.99