Section 41-6-16.2 - License not required of resident on active duty in U.S. armed forces--Exception formigratory bird hunting. - South Dakota Statutes

41-6-16.2. License not required of resident on active duty in U.S. armed forces--Exception for migratory bird hunting. Any resident who is on active duty in the armed forces of the United States and who is stationed at a location outside the state may fish and hunt small game without payment of a fee or the applicable hunting and fishing license authorizing the activity. However, if the resident is hunting migratory birds, the resident shall obtain a migratory bird certification permit and federal migratory bird stamp. While engaged in the permitted activity, the resident shall possess and display appropriate military orders indicating the resident is on active duty stationed outside of South Dakota and a valid military identification card. This section does not apply to any person who is serving on active duty for training as a member of the armed forces reserve or National Guard.

Source: SL 2003, ch 221, § 1; SL 2008, ch 216, § 6.