Turn In A Poacher - Fish And Game Violations Reporting | Ohio Department Of Natural Resources

Odnr - District 1

Wildlife District One Office, 1500 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215

Eligibility

State of Ohio residents.

Required documents

Hours

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Reports may be filed online 24/7.

(800) 762-2437

Voice

Website

http://www.ohiodnr.gov

Application process

Call 800-POACHER (762-2437) or visit website at wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/stay-informed/turn-in-a-poacher-tip to report a wildlife violation.

Fees

None.

Service area

Jackson County, Ohio Crawford County, Ohio Pickaway County, Ohio Guernsey County, Ohio Knox County, Ohio Coshocton County, Ohio Noble County, Ohio Wyandot County, Ohio Marion County, Ohio Licking County, Ohio Vinton County, Ohio Meigs County, Ohio Athens County, Ohio Washington County, Ohio Monroe County, Ohio Gallia County, Ohio

If you observe a wildlife violation, call the toll-free reporting line or visit website to submit a TIP (Turn In a Poacher) form. The TIP program is helping to curtail poaching throughout the state. TIP is designed to involve the public in reporting wildlife violations.

Last Verified

05/13/2026

What's Here

Fish and Game Violations Reporting

Providing organization

Ohio Department Of Natural Resources

Ohio Department of Natural Resources m mission is to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.

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