Hunting and Wildlife Management Act (JWMG). Country/Territory Germany Territorial subdivision Baden-Württemberg Document type Legislation Date 2014 (2021) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Basic legislation Data collection/reporting Ecosystem preservation Enforcement/compliance Hunting authorization/permit Hunting rights Hunting/capture Management/conservation Monitoring Offences/penalties Protection of habitats Protection of species Resource/damage valuation National parks Sustainable use Wild fauna Geographical area Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Western Europe Abstract This Law aims to oversee the hunting of wild animals while also ensuring their protection and conservation and ensure the sustainable management of wildlife populations while safeguarding their natural habitats. The law delineates the responsibilities of individuals involved in hunting and wildlife management, including the designation of management levels for different species and the consideration of conservation measures. It also identifies areas where hunting restrictions or bans may be necessary to protect specific species. Regular updates to the JWMG reflect changes in wildlife populations, habitats, and conservation requirements. The Law consists of 72 Articles divided into 10 Chapters as follow: General provision (1); Hunting districts (2); Involvement of third parties in hunting (3); Hunting license (4); Special rights and obligations in the practice of hunting (5); Ensuring sustainability and wildlife protection (6); Wildlife and hunting damage (7); Administrative authorities, advisory boards (8); Penalties (9); and Final provision(10). Full text German Website www.landesrecht-bw.de References - Legislation Implemented by Regulation of the Ministry of Rural Affairs for the Implementation of the Hunting and Wildlife Management Act (DVO JWMG). Legislation | Germany | 2015 (2023) Keyword: Hunting/capture, Wild fauna, Liability/compensation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Royalties/fees, Seasons, Registration, Offences/penalties, Game, Hunting authorization/permit, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Hunting rights, Protection of species Source: FAO, FAOLEX