LAC 7:XXI.1909. Prohibitions

A. No person may import turtles or turtle eggs of any species from any other state or foreign country unless they are a certified turtle farmer. B. Viable turtle eggs and live turtles with a carapace length of less than four inches shall not be sold or offered for any other type of commercial or public distribution within the state of Louisiana. 1. Exceptions: a. the sale, holding for sale, and distribution of viable turtle eggs and live turtles with a carapace length of less than four inches for bona fide scientific, educational, or exhibitional purposes, other than use as pets; b. the sale and distribution of viable turtle eggs and live turtles with a carapace length of less than four inches to a certified turtle farmer.