N.J. Admin. Code § 7:25-10.11 - Criteria for the possession of potentially dangerous species
(a) In addition to the
general criteria enumerated in
7:25-10.8, every person applying for a
permit to possess potentially dangerous species shall meet each of the following
criteria to the satisfaction of the Division:
1.
Education and background: Persons wishing to apply for a permit to possess a
potentially dangerous species must have extensive experience in maintaining the
species desired or related species;
2.
Knowledge: Persons wishing to apply for a permit to possess potentially dangerous
species must demonstrate a working knowledge and expertise in handling and caring
for each of the species desired;
3.
Other licenses and permits: Persons applying to possess potentially dangerous
species must obtain, in addition to New Jersey Captive Game Animal or Game Bird
Permit , all other applicable permits covering the possession of such species. Any
permit issued for the possession of such animal by the Division shall not exempt an
applicant from compliance with any other law of the State, or subDivision of the
State, any municipality, or the Federal government, regarding construction necessary
to house the animal, or other local requirements;
4. Purpose and intent: Persons applying to possess
potentially dangerous species must submit a written statement of the purpose and
intent of keeping the species;
5.
Housing and feeding: Persons applying for a permit to possess a potentially
dangerous species must supply a written description of the housing and caging
facilities for the species required including a summary detailing a continuous
source of food appropriate for the specific diet of the animals. Facilities must be
constructed to prevent the possible escape of the animal. Division personnel may
inspect the completed facilities to determine if the facilities are suitable for the
game animal or game birds; and
6.
Protection of the public: The housing facilities must also be constructed to prevent
public access to, and contact with, the animal. The potentially dangerous species
may not be kept as a household pet except when compelled by the infancy of the
animal. The public must not be allowed access to the animal, including animals used
for exhibition purposes.
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