§2921. Bird banding permits.

(a) General rule.--Unless further provided by commission regulation, persons wishing to band birds under authority of a Federal bird banding permit shall:

(1) First pay the prescribed fee and have the Federal permit validated by the director.

(2) Submit any project outlines, reports or other information necessary for the commission to administer this title.

(b) Unlawful acts.--It is unlawful to:

(1) Trap or band protected birds without first securing valid permits as set forth in this title.

(2) Violate any other provision of this section or regulation of the commission promulgated under authority of this chapter.

(c) Penalty.--Except for endangered or threatened species, a violation of this section is a summary offense of the fifth degree. Each bird captured, banded or held constitutes a separate offense.