A Pennsylvania family is facing serious legal consequences after being charged with multiple wildlife violations.
Carl and Carroll Nelson have both been charged with a first-degree misdemeanor, which carries a potential penalty of up to five years in prison and a fine of $10,000.
Mark Nelson faces even more severe charges, including a third-degree felony, with penalties that could result in up to seven years in prison and a $15,000 fine.
The charges stem from an investigation initiated by the Pennsylvania Game Commission. After receiving a tip, authorities launched a probe into allegations that the Nelsons were illegally hunting large whitetail bucks for several years.
Nearly 50 mounts and antler sets, described as trophy class, were seized from the family’s possession by the commission.
The Nelsons are accused of a range of violations, including taking deer out of season, hunting at night, and exceeding the legal limit of one buck per hunter per year.
These alleged actions not only violate state hunting regulations but also threaten wildlife Conservation efforts in the region.
This article by Trinity Sparke was first published by One Green Planet on 12 October 2024. Image Credit :Simon Kadula/Shutterstock.
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