Exotic pets regulated under GA Code §27-5-4. Wild animals (big cats, primates, venomous reptiles, alligators) require Georgia DNR license or are prohibited. Gwinnett follows state list; no additional county ban.
Georgia Code §27-5-4 and Board of Natural Resources Rule 391-4-9 regulate exotic/wild animals. Inherently dangerous species (lions, tigers, primates, venomous snakes, alligators, wolves) require a DNR Wild Animal License or are prohibited as pets. Common exotics like ferrets, rabbits, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, and most reptiles are legal without permit. Gwinnett Animal Welfare enforces state law.
Possession without required DNR license: misdemeanor under state law, fines up to $1,000, animal forfeiture, and potential euthanasia of regulated species.
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