Law Enforcement

Cadets Graduate from MDWFP Law Enforcement Training Academy
Thursday September 01, 2011
JACKSON – After completing 12 weeks of training with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) Conservation Officers, 11 cadets graduated from this year’s MDWFP Wildlife Law Enforcement Training Academy.

Suspect Confesses to Killing Black Bear in Amite County
Thursday January 12, 2012
JACKSON – On December 19, 2011, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks received an anonymous phone call

Boater Education is Available Online
Thursday February 02, 2012
JACKSON- With the upcoming 2012 Boating Season approaching, the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is now offering the online Boater Education Course. Any person born after June 30, 1980 must have successfully completed a Boating Safety Course prior to operating any type of watercraft. The course will teach a variety of topics about safe operation while boating and the importance of wearing Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs).

Court Date Set for Alleged Illegal Alligator Hunting
Monday April 09, 2012
JACKSON – Two alleged illegal alligator hunters are scheduled to appear in Rankin County Justice Court on May 1, after being arrested for attempting to take an alligator without a permit on March 23.