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U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
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Law Enforcement

Updated October 26, 2026

 

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service law enforcement officers have a wide variety of duties and responsibilities. Officers help visitors understand and obey wildlife protection laws. They work closely with state and local government offices to enforce federal, state and refuge hunting regulations that protect migratory birds and other game species from illegal take and preserve legitimate hunting opportunities. Some other duties include patrolling closed areas, maintaining relationships with neighboring landowners and participating in public events related to refuge issues. 

For any immediate criminal activity or emergency on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service land, please contact your local authority for that area or dial 911.

To report a problem with something on wetland management district lands or injured wildlife, please contact our district office at 507-831-2220 or WindomWMD@fws.gov.

To Report Violations on WPA's call 1-844-FWS-TIPS or 1-844-397-8477 or email fws_tips@fws.gov.

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