(1) The director may issue permits for the taking and possession of raptors for falconry, captive propagation, and for the possession, transfer, use, and disposition of raptors, except for those species restricted by the state or that appear on the federal endangered species list. However, progeny of a federally threatened or endangered raptor held legally before November 10, 1978, may be retained for falconry use under these regulations.

(2) It is unlawful to take or possess a raptor, or raptor eggs, without a permit from the director and/or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It is unlawful to violate the conditions of a permit issued under this rule.