Ohio Deer Baiting Laws & Regulations

Summary of Ohio Deer Baiting Regulations

It is unlawful to hunt deer over bait and to distribute, place, or scatter salt, grain, or other feed without first obtaining written permission from the chief of the division of forestry or authorized agent.

Detailed Regulations

Per Ohio Administrative Code Rule 1501:3-6-07:

(A) It shall be unlawful for any person to distribute, place, or scatter salt, grain, or other feed whatsoever capable of luring, enticing, or attracting wild birds or deer on state forests without first obtaining written permission from the chief of the division of forestry or authorized agent.

(B) It shall be unlawful to hunt or take wild birds or deer by the use of salt, grain, or other feed whatsoever capable of luring, enticing, or attracting wild birds or deer on state forests without first obtaining written permission from the chief of the division of forestry or authorized agent.

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