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- A new wildlife management area, updates to WMA access requirements and 3 other wildlife-related laws passed during the 2026 legislative session
- Annual Hardware Wildlife Education Center exhibit provides important bear safety tips
- See great blue herons at upcoming DWR viewing event
- Over 1,400 big game animals assessed, GPS collared during 2025-26 winter captures
- Idaho and Utah fish and wildlife agencies to provide Bear Lake fishery updates at public meeting on April 8
- How to avoid conflicts with rattlesnakes in Utah this spring and summer
- DWR creates proactive 30-year plan for fish production, stocking in Utah
- Going on a hike or trail run with your pet this spring? Keep dogs on a leash so they don’t chase or disturb wildlife
Utah wildlife law enforcement
Utah Department of Natural Resources law enforcement officers protect Utah's wildlife and their habitats, and work to ensure the safety of outdoors enthusiasts across the state.
The long-term viability of Utah's wildlife depends on citizens who care passionately about natural resource issues and support law enforcement efforts. Conservation officers work continually to build and strengthen relationships with the communities and partner organizations they serve.
When fully staffed, there are about 80 conservation officers stationed throughout Utah. Officers with patrol assignments each cover a roughly 1,800-square-mile area, with some wildlife districts being larger than others.
In addition to their law enforcement responsibilities, conservation officers support wildlife management activities by assisting with biological surveys, wildlife captures and relocations, and help with hunter education, public outreach and more.
Utah Turn in a Poacher
Help us protect your wildlife. The following methods are available to report a suspected wildlife crime.
If you turn in a poacher, you might qualify for a substantial reward. Do everyone a favor by turning in anyone suspected of wildlife-related violations. You may also make a report online.
Be a good witness
Before reporting a wildlife crime, try to get as much information as you can. Providing us with the right information helps us investigate the report.
Know the consequences
Poaching is a serious crime with penalties that include fines, restitution, jail, confiscation of gear, and the loss of hunting and fishing privileges.
Officers on patrol
Information from Utah conservation officers about the crimes they need your help in solving.
Policies
Links to Utah Department of Natural Resources law enforcement officer policy documents.
- DNR305: Officer-involved critical incident
– PDF (31.9 KB) - DWR168: Portable video recording devices – PDF (22.56 KB)
- More policy documents coming soon...
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- Utah's fallen officers: Dedicated to honoring the courage and sacrifice of officers killed while serving the citizens of Utah.
