Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources - Law Enforcement Division Communications will be routed to the appropriate staff member.

Kentucky conservation officers are sworn peace officers who enforce all laws of the commonwealth, with a primary focus on fishing, hunting, trapping, boating, and commercial uses of fish or wildlife. Conservation officers work tirelessly alongside our fisheries and wildlife professionals on private and public lands and waters to help restore, protect, and conserve fish and wildlife. Because our na

tive wildlife and fishes can’t speak up for themselves—neither in the wilds nor in a court of law—they depend on our vigilant watch-care. The Law Enforcement Division’s policing of commercial uses of wildlife and fish, helps to protect the delicate balance between conservation and sustainable use of these vital public resources. Conservation officers pursue those who violate Kentucky’s laws and thereby disregard the principles of fair chase and ethical stewardship --- the poachers whose illegal take of fish and wildlife steals opportunity from everyone who enjoys these creatures legally. CONTACT and BASIC INFORMATION

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources
1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
Website: fw.ky.gov

Report Game Violations
Call: 1-800-25-ALERT (25378)
Text: Report fish and game violations anonymously with the KFWLaw smartphone app or text KFWLAW and tip details to 847411 (Tip411). The free app is available for download via the iTunes App Store and Google Play Store. Email: [email protected]

For more information: https://fw.ky.gov/Enforcement

PRIVACY and LEGAL INFORMATION

This is the official page of the Law Enforcement Division of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, which enforces the laws and regulations pertaining to recreational and commercial uses of the Commonwealth’s fish and wildlife resources. This is a family-friendly fan page whose purpose is to engage, inform and motivate current and potential participants in wildlife-related recreation and others interested in fish and wildlife conservation. The Department and its agents reserve the right to hide or delete fan posts if: they are inaccurate or misleading; they are not relevant in the thread of a particular Department post; they are deemed by the Department and its agents as offensive, including profane, disrespectful or accusatory language; they are not relevant to fish and wildlife; they appear to be expressly for the purpose of promoting a business, political, religious, or other organization or movement; or they seek to elicit public response to or advocate for policy or regulation changes. People who troll, or who post disrespectful, profane, or otherwise inappropriate language or material may be admonished by personal message or banned from posting on the page. Although respectful differences of opinion here are welcome, this page is not intended to serve as a chatroom, blog, or platform for debating or airing complaints, grievances or proposals about Department regulations, policies, programs or staff; the Department welcomes people to express concerns or complaints, communicate about proposed policy or regulation changes, or make detailed information requests about a fish and wildlife-related topic, by contacting us via mail, by calling 1-800-858-1549 Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, or by emailing us at [email protected] .

Eighth Dist. Wardens Andy Amburgey and Sgt. Loren Clark recently visited Kentucky's Journey with Friends Program in Bath...
03/04/2025

Eighth Dist. Wardens Andy Amburgey and Sgt. Loren Clark recently visited Kentucky's Journey with Friends Program in Bath Co. to assist with their special needs camp. Wardens talked about their job duties and water safety, taught basic rope-throwing techniques, and helped participants view the outdoors through binoculars. They also provided an opportunity for attendees to work on mock rescues with rope throws and try on different equipment. A great time was had by all!

In late January, Game Wardens Dakota Turner, Sgt. Glenn Griffie and K-9 River were coming through Clay Co. when Warden T...
03/01/2025

In late January, Game Wardens Dakota Turner, Sgt. Glenn Griffie and K-9 River were coming through Clay Co. when Warden Turner conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding, reckless driving, and canceled registration plates. K9 River was deployed on the vehicle and alerted, which resulted in a search of the vehicle. As a result, the driver and passenger were both arrested and received numerous charges, including Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Deg. (Methamphetamine), Possession Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Deg. (Drug Unspecified). The driver was also charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and several traffic-related offenses.

Toward the end of the 2024-2025 deer season, Lt. Bryan Dolen was working spotlighting in an area of Cumberland Co. where...
02/27/2025

Toward the end of the 2024-2025 deer season, Lt. Bryan Dolen was working spotlighting in an area of Cumberland Co. where he had received multiple complaints. That evening, he conducted three traffic stops on individuals who were actively spotlighting. Several charges of Spotlighting and Illegal Pursue of Deer were issued, and a rifle and spotlight were seized as evidence on one of the stops.

In early February, Game Wardens and other KDFWR staff participated in the annual Green Wing Adventure in Western Kentuck...
02/25/2025

In early February, Game Wardens and other KDFWR staff participated in the annual Green Wing Adventure in Western Kentucky. The annual event is offered to randomly selected youth who have attended our summer camps and received all their activity patches. This year, eighteen youths participated in the hunt, learning about duck identification and duck hunting safety. A great time was had by all! Pictured is Warden Tayler Davis and the young lady he mentored on the hunt. Warden Davis participated in the event when he was a youth, and this ultimately led him to want to pursue a career as a Kentucky Game Warden!

02/25/2025

Wrapping up flood restoration efforts last week required the collaboration of many organizations, including the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement. A big thank you to their officers for boating our crew across the water to otherwise inaccessible areas so they could do work needed to restore several customers in Leslie County.

The KDFWR Law Enforcement Division plans to hire an academy class of Game Warden Recruits in 2025. Click the link below...
02/23/2025

The KDFWR Law Enforcement Division plans to hire an academy class of Game Warden Recruits in 2025. Click the link below to join our mailing list and be notified when the positions are posted. Stay tuned for more details.

https://forms.office.com/g/HYaDZNVgYz

K9s were on hand throughout the flood detail and worked alongside game wardens.
02/22/2025

K9s were on hand throughout the flood detail and worked alongside game wardens.


Thank you to all of our in-state and out-of-state partners who have worked so hard in response to the recent flooding. I...
02/21/2025

Thank you to all of our in-state and out-of-state partners who have worked so hard in response to the recent flooding.

Indiana DNR Division of Law Enforcement

Additional Game Wardens from across the state are headed to Eastern Kentucky today to rotate out with some of the Warden...
02/21/2025

Additional Game Wardens from across the state are headed to Eastern Kentucky today to rotate out with some of the Wardens that have been there throughout the week. They will continue to provide assistance, conduct welfare checks, and deliver essential supplies as needed.

Game Wardens are continuing their response efforts today in Eastern Kentucky. They are conducting welfare checks and de...
02/20/2025

Game Wardens are continuing their response efforts today in Eastern Kentucky. They are conducting welfare checks and delivering essential supplies to those in some of the hardest hit areas.

02/20/2025
Kentucky Game Wardens have not let the snow and freezing temperatures stop them from helping those impacted by extreme f...
02/19/2025

Kentucky Game Wardens have not let the snow and freezing temperatures stop them from helping those impacted by extreme flooding. Continued response to needs, medical assistance, and rescues have taken place today throughout many counties in the state.


02/19/2025

On Saturday night, February 15th, two KY Game Wardens navigated high water by vehicle and on foot to rescue a family in Perry County near the Big Creek area whose home was being overtaken by flood waters. The Wardens carried an infant and 3-year-old child through rushing flood waters and returned to the residence to extract the remainder of the family, delivering all of them to dry land.

Game Warden Kyle Clark and some local businesses in Harlan Co. organized the 5th Annual Southeast Kentucky Coyote Classi...
02/19/2025

Game Warden Kyle Clark and some local businesses in Harlan Co. organized the 5th Annual Southeast Kentucky Coyote Classic Tournament held recently. Everyone who registered received a door prize donated by local businesses, including a .22 caliber revolver. A great time was had by all!

Kentucky Game Wardens along with Indiana Conservation Officers, Leslie County Sheriffs Dept, and Bowling Green Fire Depa...
02/19/2025

Kentucky Game Wardens along with Indiana Conservation Officers, Leslie County Sheriffs Dept, and Bowling Green Fire Department located a residence that was completely blocked off by flood waters. The team was able to save some personal items and a cat that were at the residence. They also made a fire line to protect against the fire spreading to other nearby homes.

02/19/2025

Kentucky Game Wardens continue their response in Eastern Kentucky due to heavy flooding.

Additional Kentucky Game Wardens are continuing to arrive with additional resources in . Game Wardens throughout the s...
02/18/2025

Additional Kentucky Game Wardens are continuing to arrive with additional resources in . Game Wardens throughout the state are working in their areas to check on those impacted by recent flooding and ensure they have essential supplies.

Kentucky Game Wardens are deploying again today to some of Eastern Kentucky's hardest-hit areas. They will assist in co...
02/18/2025

Kentucky Game Wardens are deploying again today to some of Eastern Kentucky's hardest-hit areas. They will assist in continued rescue efforts and distribute essentials throughout the region.
(Photos by KDFWR's Rachel Cummings)

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On Saturday night, February 15th, two KY Game Wardens navigated high water by vehicle and on foot to rescue a family in Perry County near the Big Creek area whose home was being overtaken by flood waters. The Wardens carried an infant and 3-year-old child through rushing flood waters and returned to the residence to extract the remainder of the family, delivering all of them to dry land.

Kentucky Game Wardens continue their response in Eastern Kentucky due to heavy flooding.

Additional Kentucky Game Wardens have arrived and began work in #eastKY. Wardens are working throughout the region to save lives and provide essential resources. #since1912

NWTF Convention Video
NWTF Convention Video

We had a great time this weekend at the #nwtfconvention in Nashville talking about our upcoming hiring process! If you missed us and want to be added to our notification list for when the applications open follow this link! https://forms.office.com/g/HYaDZNVgYz

Warden & Ernie
Warden & Ernie

Warden Elf and Ernie Elk have returned home, but their travels took them throughout the state. Here's a recap of their journey! Thanks to all who commented, liked, and shared. Where would you like to see Warden and Ernie in 2025?

Game Warden Bailey Memorial
Game Warden Bailey Memorial

Kentucky Game Warden William "Tex" Bailey tragically passed away one month ago after experiencing a medical emergency during training activities. Many of his fellow Game Wardens and executive staff from Kentucky Fish and Wildlife attended his memorial service Nov. 8 at his high school alma mater in Madison, Alabama. Col. Jeremy McQueary, Law Enforcement Division director, eulogized Bailey by saying he will always be remembered as a Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Game Warden.

Academy Week 2
Academy Week 2

Week 2 for Class 28 is complete with Water Survival Training set to begin on Monday!

Academy Week 1
Academy Week 1

Week 1 of Academy Class 28 is complete with recruits ready to start week 2 on Monday!

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