87-1-217. Policy for management of large predators -- legislative intent. (1) In managing large predators, the primary goals of the department must be to:
     (a) preserve citizens' opportunities to hunt large game species;
     (b) protect humans, livestock, and pets; and
     (c) preserve and enhance the safety of the public during outdoor recreational and livelihood activities.
     (2) As used in this section:
     (a) "large game species" means deer, elk, mountain sheep, moose, antelope, and mountain goats; and
     (b) "large predators" means bears, mountain lions, and wolves.
     (3) With regard to large predators, it is the intent of the legislature that the specific provisions of this section concerning the management of large predators will control the general supervisory authority of the department regarding the management of all wildlife.

     History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 212, L. 2003.