Who is in charge of the Michigan DNR?

Director Daniel Eichinger
Meet the Director Daniel Eichinger was appointed as director of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Dec. 27, 2018. Prior to joining the DNR as director, he served as executive director of Michigan United Conservation Clubs, the nation’s most effective state-based conservation organization.

Can the Michigan DNR come on private property?

“Currently, the DNR uses the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, and the open fields doctrine as an excuse to broadly enter people’s private property without obtaining a warrant,” LaFave said.

Can the DNR pull you over?

Generally, yes. Most game wardens (more properly called conservation officers) are peace officers, and can enforce state and local laws, including traffic laws. If they’re a state certified police officer then yes they do have the right and authority to pull you over for speeding.

What is a DNR report?

A do-not-resuscitate order, or DNR order, is a medical order written by a doctor. It instructs health care providers not to do cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if a patient’s breathing stops or if the patient’s heart stops beating.

What does the DNR do in Michigan?

The DNR manages and protects 400 species of animals, including the birds and mammals that sustain our rich hunting heritage and nongame wildlife, including threatened and endangered species. More than 60% of Michigan’s residents are actively involved in viewing and photographing wildlife.

What is a DNR violation?

A DNR citation is a criminal charging document issued by a DNR police officer for a violation of the Maryland Natural Resources Code. These are typically laws related to hunting, fishing, and boating. A DNR citation is a crime that will remain on your criminal record if you are convicted.

What happens if you get caught baiting in Michigan?

Baiting is currently illegal in most of Michigan and violators can be punished with fines, up to 90 days in jail and losing a hunting license.

What does the DNR in Michigan do?

Do game wardens have more power than cops?

They have the same authority as police officers and are authorized to enforce state laws just as any peace officer would. Game wardens can make arrests, write tickets, and seize property just as a city police officer can.

How much does a Michigan DNR officer make a year?

How much does a DNR Officer make in Michigan? While ZipRecruiter is seeing salaries as high as $147,274 and as low as $16,315, the majority of DNR Officer salaries currently range between $25,574 (25th percentile) to $95,243 (75th percentile) with top earners (90th percentile) making $137,573 annually in Michigan.

What’s the difference between DNR and conservation officer?

Specifically, a DNR officer is a conservation officer who works for the Department of Natural Resources, but other names include fish and game warden, wildlife conservation officer, district wildlife manager, and fisheries enforcement officer.

Is the Michigan DNR open?

Most DNR public facilities are in the process of reopening to the public, some with limited hours. Watch this page for updates. Follow state actions and guidelines at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus.

How to contact a DNR officer in Michigan?

The map below outlines the DNR law enforcement districts. Click a county or region, or scroll down to find contact information for each district. If you witness a natural resource violation, immediately contact Report All Poaching.

Who are the conservation officers in Michigan Department of Natural Resources?

Conservation officers (COs) are responsible for enforcing laws and regulations under the jurisdiction of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

When do Michigan Department of Natural Resources recruits graduate?

Michigan Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Academy recruits returned to Camp Grayling for off-road vehicle training during week 17. It was the third and final trip the recruits would take to Camp Grayling before graduation Dec. 21.

What kind of Gun do you need for Michigan DNR?

During week 20 of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Academy, recruits continued their firearm training from week 14, using their Sig Sauer .40-caliber pistols.