This is ONLY a guideline! Laws regarding the use of 2-way radios while hunting varies by state, and change often. It is up to you to know the laws for your state. The best rule is not to shoot unless you are sure of the law for the area you are hunting in.

In many of the states where it illgal to use while hunting, they mean for the use in broadcasting the location of game. Where "illegal to hunt with" doe's not always mean you can't have a walkie talkie or cell phone on you while hunting, it generally means you just can not use it to tell another hunter where game animals are or aren't. Again, you need to be aware of the exact law for your state, this is just an overview of the laws at the time the page was written.

A secondary issue in regards to the use of radios while hunting is how Pope & Young and Boone & Crockett view "fair chase hunting". The following comes from the Pope & Young web site:

"The term “Fair Chase” shall NOT include the taking of animals under the following conditions:

By the use of electronic devices for attracting, locating or pursuing game or guiding the hunter to such game, or by the use of a bow or arrow to which any electronic device is attached. "

So, while hunting with the aid of a radio may be perfectly legal in many states, should you take a record class animal while using a 2-way your trophy may not be eligible for the books,

If your state is not listed or is listed incorrectly please e-mail us and we will get it posted or corrected. 
 

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