Key Sentences:
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Timothy Rawlings, 56, Laveen, AZ — 12 months in federal prison, 3 years supervised release, $45,800 restitution.
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Howard Wayne Rodarmel, 71, Baca County, CO — 3 years probation, $9,164 restitution, $2,000 fine.
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Law Involved: Lacey Act — prohibits transport of illegally obtained wildlife across state/international borders.
Offenses:
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Operating unlicensed guiding service (Old West Guides & Outfitters).
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Guiding hunts from/pursuing game with vehicles.
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Hunting on unauthorized lands.
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Organizing illegal hunts for undercover agents.
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Impact: Violations undermined wildlife conservation, fair-chase principles, and public trust in hunting regulations.
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