I have read a massive paper written by the main wildlife enforcement official that spearheaded "Operation Shellshock". The people who were charged in connection with this investigation had a VERY CLEAR UNDERSTANDING that they were violating wildlife laws. It was required in order to bring legitimate cases against them.

I have run into many of the same problems with trying to verify legality of sales to other States. You are both absolutely right, it is a pain! Even researchers have a difficult time with enforcement agents and getting straight answers.

But, let's be clear on this. The people charged in the case referenced in this thread were on record admitting that they were willing to violate these laws.

One tip, most States now employ a Herpetologist in connection with their Wildlife Enforcement agency. I always ask to speak with that individual.

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