Genesee County sets no general exotic-pet ordinance. Michigan bans possessing large carnivores (big cats, bears, wolf hybrids) under state law (MCL 287.1101+). Other exotics are regulated by your city or township.
Genesee County has no standalone exotic-pet code. Michigan's Large Carnivore Act (MCL 287.1101 et seq.) prohibits owning big cats, bears and similar large carnivores statewide, and Michigan restricts wolf-dog hybrids. Reptiles, primates and other exotics beyond that state list are typically controlled by municipal zoning and animal ordinances in cities and townships such as Flint, Burton and Grand Blanc. Genesee County Animal Control (810-732-1660) enforces state dangerous-animal law; call your city clerk or zoning office to confirm what exotic species are allowed where you live.
Possessing a prohibited large carnivore is a misdemeanor under state law; local exotic-pet violations carry municipal civil-infraction fines and seizure.
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