Cite as: 29 CNCA § 105

The provisions of the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Code, 29 O.S. § 1–101 et seq., and regulations established in accordance therewith, are adopted by reference, with the following exceptions, unless otherwise modified by applicable rules or regulations promulgated in accordance with this Code:

29 O.S. § 2–147. Waters of the Nation.

Whenever the term "waters of the Nation" is used, it shall refer to waters of Cherokee Nation as defined in the Cherokee Nation Environmental Quality Code, 27 CNCA § 100 et seq.

29 O.S. § 3–204. Procedures.

The Department shall operate under the provisions of the Cherokee Nation Hunting and Fishing Code, 29 C.N.C.A. § 101 et seq.

29 O.S. § 3–301. Dispositions of monies from fines and forfeitures.

Monies shall be collected by the Treasurer and be deposited into the Cherokee Nation general fund or such other accounts as may be authorized to promote wildlife conservation and wildlife management.

29 O.S. § 6–502. Closure of lands and waters.

The Department may designate Tribal Lands that shall be closed to hunting, fishing or related activities to support conservation and wildlife management in accordance with Cherokee Nation law and this Code.

29 O.S. § 7–204. Ownership of wildlife.

Fish and wildlife subject to the Nation’s jurisdiction are the property of the Nation; provided however, in no event shall the Nation be held responsible for damages caused by fish and wildlife.

29 O.S. § 7–304. Wildlife refuges or wildlife management areas.

Specific areas of Tribal Lands may be designated as a wildlife refuge or special management area in accordance with Tribal law and any rule regulation hereafter promulgated. Special conditions or restrictions on activities may apply to such areas.

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.