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Louisiana Man Faces Fines for Smuggling Diseased Deer

1/16/2025

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Scotty Smart, 58, from Jonesville, Louisiana, is in hot water after illegally bringing back two mule deer from Colorado, one of which tested positive for chronic wasting disease. This reckless act not only endangers local wildlife but also puts him at risk of fines up to $350 for violating crucial state regulations designed to curb the disease's spread.

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Scotty Smart, 58, from Jonesville, Louisiana, is in hot water after illegally bringing back two mule deer from Colorado, one of which tested positive for chronic wasting disease. This reckless act not only endangers local wildlife but also puts him at risk of fines up to $350 for violating crucial state regulations designed to curb the disease's spread.