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Indiana Code Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources § 14-9-8-16

Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Sec. 16. (a) A conservation officer of the division:

(1) has all necessary police powers to enforce the natural resources laws;  and

(2) may, without warrant, arrest a person for a violation of those laws when committed in the officer's presence.

(b) A conservation officer shall do the following:

(1) Detect and prevent violations of natural resources laws.

(2) Enforce natural resources laws and rules.

(3) Perform other related duties that are imposed upon conservation officers by law.

(c) A conservation officer has the same power with respect to natural resources matters and the enforcement of the laws relating to natural resources laws as have law enforcement officers in their respective jurisdictions.  A warrant of arrest or search warrant issued by proper authority may be executed by a conservation officer in any county.

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