Exotic and wild animals prohibited under GA §27-5-4. Class 1 wild animals (big cats, primates, venomous reptiles, bears) require state license rarely issued to private owners.
Georgia Code §27-5-4 prohibits possession of Class 1 wild animals without a wild animal license from Georgia DNR. Class 1 includes lions, tigers, bears, wolves, primates, venomous snakes, crocodilians, and kangaroos. Licenses are generally issued only to USDA-licensed exhibitors, zoos, and research facilities. Suwanee Code Chapter 10 further restricts keeping of dangerous animals. Common pets (dogs, cats, rabbits, small reptiles, birds, ferrets) are allowed.
Possession without state license: misdemeanor under GA §27-5-4, up to $1,000 fine and/or 12 months. Animal confiscation.
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