R657-53-15. Transfer of Possession

(1) Any person who lawfully possesses an amphibian or reptile classified as prohibited or controlled may transfer possession of that amphibian or reptile only to a person who has first applied for and obtained a certificate of registration for that amphibian or reptile from the division, except as provided in Subsection (3).

(2) The division may issue a certificate of registration granting the transfer and possession of an amphibian or reptile only if the applicant/transferee meets the issuance criteria provided in Section R657-53-11.

(3) Upon the death of a certificate of registration holder, a legally-obtained and possessed amphibian or reptile may pass to a successor, and a certificate of registration will be issued to the successor provided the amphibian or reptile poses no detrimental impact to community safety and the successor is qualified to handle the amphibian or reptile.