Cite as: 29 CNCA § 103

A. Whenever necessary or appropriate to the conservation of the Nation's natural resources or the protection of the rights of the Nation's citizens or inherent sovereign authority, the Nation may adopt by reference and enforce the wildlife conservation laws and requirements of adjacent states, nations, and tribes.

B. Requirements for fish and wildlife under the jurisdiction of Cherokee Nation that are established pursuant to applicable federal laws such as the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, 16 U.S.C. § 703 et seq. and Endangered Species Act, 16 U.S.C. § 1531 et seq., and other applicable federal laws, are hereby adopted by reference as minimum requirements.

C. The provisions of the Oklahoma State Wildlife Conservation Code (29 O.S. § 1-101 et seq.), federal migratory bird seasons, and official requirements for hunting and fishing, established by rules of the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission, shall apply to lands, waters, fish and wildlife, and persons subject to the jurisdiction of Cherokee Nation, except as specified herein or where otherwise inconsistent with Cherokee Nation law.

Historical Data

LA 36–06, eff. January 7, 2007. Amended LA 04-22, eff. January 27, 2022. Amended LA 37-24, eff. October 28, 2024.