505.23 TRAPPING NUISANCE WILD ANIMALS.
   (a)   Trapping within the Municipality is unlawful with exceptions as set forth herein. No person shall trap any animal or fowl, including any game or wildlife, by the use of any trap unless a person is acting in compliance with regulations set forth by the Ohio Division of Wildlife (OAC Rule 1501:31-15-03) and rules and regulations established by the Chief of Police to remove nuisance wild animals. “Nuisance wild animal” means a wild animal that interferes with the use or enjoyment of property, is causing a threat to public safety, or may cause damage or harm to a structure, property, or person as defined by OAC 1501:31-1-02.
   (b)   Whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the fourth degree.
(Ord. 70-24. Passed 5-6-24.)