Can You Own a Monkey in Virginia? What the Law Actually Says
Virginia sits in a legal gray zone when it comes to monkey ownership — it is neither a flat-out ban state nor a freely permissive one.
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Virginia sits in a legal gray zone when it comes to monkey ownership — it is neither a flat-out ban state nor a freely permissive one.
Colorado is one of the most coveted deer hunting destinations in the West, offering vast public land, trophy-class mule deer in the high country, and whitetails across the eastern plains.
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New York is one of the most wildlife-law-conscious states in the country, and if you have ever wondered whether you could keep a monkey as a pet here, the answer is a firm and clear no.
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