Intentionally feeding deer and waterfowl is prohibited or restricted by Ohio Division of Wildlife regulations. OAC 1501:31-15-11 bans deer feeding in counties with chronic wasting disease surveillance zones and during the hunting season. Feeding bears, coyotes, and raccoons is discouraged and can trigger nuisance-attractant enforcement.
Ohio Revised Code 1531 gives ODNR Division of Wildlife authority to regulate wildlife. Placing food that attracts deer between September 1 and January 31 is prohibited statewide except at bird feeders located within 100 feet of a home. Feeding Canada geese at public ponds can be cited as littering or under Metro Parks rules. Feeding that creates a public nuisance can be abated under ORC 3767.
Illegal deer feeding: minor misdemeanor with fine up to 150 dollars plus potential seizure of food attractants. Repeat violations can escalate to M4 with up to 250 dollars fine.
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