129th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1787 LR 2355(02)
An Act To Clarify and Enhance Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Laws
Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment " "
Committee: Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Fiscal Note
Current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Minor revenue increase - General Fund
Minor revenue increase - Other Special Revenue Funds
Correctional and Judicial Impact Statements
Establishes new Class A, B, and C crimes; increases correctional and judicial costs.
The additional workload associated with the minimal number of new cases filed in the court system does not require additional funding at this time. 
The collection of additional fine revenue will increase General Fund and dedicated revenue by minor amounts.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Any additional costs to the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife as a result of changes to laws regarding inland fisheries and wildlife enforcement are anticipated to be minor and can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.