Michigan Man Fined $14,995
You may recall the saga of the Droptine Bull – a tale that created a lot of hubbub in Arizona – in more ways than one. Anyway, after being found guilty in criminal court, the man was sentenced to 8 hours of community service.
That was the result of the criminal justice system – but the Game and Fish Commission still had some justice of their own to dispense. According to an article on the White Mountain Independent’s website the Arizona game and Fish Commission has fined Malik $14,995. Even better (in my mind) his hunting privileges have been suspended here and in 27 other partner states – for 5 years. Good.
The commission also revoked his hunting, fishing and trapping privileges in Arizona for five years. Malik must successfully complete a hunter education course prior to having his license privileges restored.
The commission’s action to revoke Malik’s license for five years has far-reaching implications. Arizona is a member of the Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact with 27 other states, including all western states and Malik’s home state of Michigan. Until his license privileges are restored in Arizona, he will not be able to legally hunt in any of those 27 states.
