Minnesota Statutes Game and Fish (Ch. 97-102) § 97B.311. Deer seasons and restrictions

(a) The commissioner may, by rule, prescribe restrictions and designate areas where deer may be taken, including hunter selection criteria for special hunts established under section 97A.401, subdivision 4. The commissioner may, by rule, prescribe the open seasons for deer within the following periods:

(b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a), the commissioner may establish special seasons within designated areas at any time of year.