Title 44, Chapter 1, Section 8
( 44-1-8)
(a) Property rights may exist in all animals, birds, and fish. To
constitute property in those which are wild by nature as
distinguished from domestic animals, they must be in the actual
possession, custody, or control of the party claiming a property
interest. Possession, custody, or control of wild animals may be
obtained by taming or domesticating them, by confining them within
restricted limits, or by killing or capturing them. (b) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this Code section, no property right shall be created in wildlife as defined by Code Section 27-1-2. |