Weld County has no general wildlife-feeding ordinance, but Colorado state law makes it unlawful to place food in the open to lure a wild bear. Along the Front Range edge of the county, residents should secure trash and avoid feeding deer, elk, or bears.
Under C.R.S. 33-6-131, unless otherwise permitted by commission rule it is unlawful to place food or edible waste in the open with the intent of luring a wild bear. The rule exempts agriculture and unharvested crops. Enforcement is by Colorado Parks and Wildlife: a first violation brings a warning, and a second or subsequent violation is a misdemeanor with fines up to $200, $1,000, and $2,000. Weld County's own code does not add a general prohibition on feeding deer or elk, so bear-attractant behavior in the county is governed by this state statute plus any HOA wildlife-attractant covenants. Securing garbage and pet food is the practical rule most residents follow.
Intentionally luring a wild bear: a warning for a first offense, then a misdemeanor with fines up to $200 (first), $1,000 (second), and $2,000 (third or subsequent) under C.R.S. 33-6-131(3).
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