If you hunt or kill game during a close season, you are doing something you should not do. You must not hunt or kill game during this time. If you do not follow this rule, you commit an infringement offence.
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70A: Relationship between infringement offences and other offences, or
"Breaking wildlife rules can lead to more serious charges than just a fine."
70C: Hunting without licence during open season, or
"Hunting on your own land during open season without a licence is allowed, but others need one."
A person must not hunt or kill any game during a close season.
A person who fails to comply with this section commits an infringement offence.
