A Thunder Bay man has been fined $500 for illegal deer hunting.
Gerald P. Gouliquer, 69, pleaded guilty to hunting white-tailed deer during the closed season. He forfeited the deer to the Crown.
Court was told that on Oct. 27, the OPP called a Ministry of Natural Resources conservation officer from Fort Frances District to assist with an incident north of Pinewood.
The conservation officer determined Gouliquer had used a rifle to shoot and kill an antlerless white-tailed deer two days before the rifle season opened and while the archery season was still in progress.
Justice of the Peace Pat Clysdale-Cornell heard the case Jan. 11 in Atikokan.
The ministry reminds the public that hunting regulations and seasons ensure the sustainability of wildlife populations and give hunters a fair chance to participate.
To report a natural resource violation, call toll-free 1-877-TIPS-MNR (847-7667) any time or contact your local MNR office during regular business hours.
You also can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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