09-137 C.M.R. ch. 7, § 09 - Site Inspection

1. Wildlife in Captivity Inspectors: The commissioner may designate Wildlife in Captivity Inspectors to carry out routine inspections of wildlife facilities in Maine that are under the Department's jurisdiction, including required records.

A. A site inspection may be required prior to the issuance or renewal of any possession, exhibition, or rehabilitation permit. Exception: The commissioner may waive the requirement for a site inspection if a facility can provide proof of current accreditation by a recognized zoological association.

B. Completed inspection reports must be submitted to the department before a permit will be issued.

C. Permit applicants, except applicants for rehabilitation permits, are responsible for all costs associated with the inspection of their facility by Wildlife in Captivity Inspectors and must submit the completed inspection form to the department.

D. Department staff will inspect wildlife rehabilitation facilities at no cost to the permit holder.

2. Department Personnel and Animal Welfare Agents: Inspections of wildlife facilities (including wildlife rehabilitators) and required records may be conducted by authorized department personnel and animal welfare agents at all reasonable times. Findings of inspections may be provided in writing to the permittee upon request.

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09-137 C.M.R. ch. 7, § 09