Does the new tagging and reporting regulations for the deer/turkey hunting seasons include the deer damage season?
No, the new regulations do not include the Deer Damage Program. A designated agent is still going to be issued a Deer Damage permit by mail and must submit the proper report and tags when a deer has been taken on a landowners property. Summary of Laws, Regulations and Policies Governing the Issuance and Use of Deer Damage Permits Deer damage permits are valid from January 1 through October 31 for the year in which they are issued. During November and December, landowners should use the regulated deer hunting seasons (Archery, Shotgun/Rifle, Muzzleloader, and/or Free Landowner) to address deer problems. An application for deer damage permits may be obtained by calling Franklin Wildlife at 860-642-7239. Applications must be requested annually (beginning in November) and will be mailed or given only to the landowner or primary lessee. • Under Connecticut General Statutes Section 26-82, a landowner or primary lessee of land may submit an application to the Connecticut DEP indicating a mini
