Corvallis Man Sentenced to Over 31 Years for Wildlife Poaching in Montana
A Corvallis man, Jason Rulon Davis, has been sentenced to over 31 years in prison and a lifetime ban on hunting and fishing privileges for committing 18 wildlife poaching crimes in Ravalli County, Montana. The crimes included felony charges related…
Butte Bozeman, MT, November 5, 2026 — A man from Corvallis has received a substantial prison sentence for multiple wildlife poaching offenses. Jason Rulon Davis was sentenced to over 31 years in prison and is now subject to a lifetime ban from hunting and fishing privileges.
The sentencing stems from 18 wildlife poaching crimes committed in Ravalli County, Montana. These actions led to both felony and misdemeanor charges against Davis.
Among the felony charges were offenses related to the unlawful possession and transportation of poached deer and a mountain lion. These acts represent serious violations of wildlife protection laws.
In addition to the felony counts, Davis also faced misdemeanor charges. These included hunting without the necessary licenses and exceeding established limits for deer.
The extensive list of 18 violations underscores the severity of the poaching activities. The penalties reflect the commitment to upholding wildlife regulations and deterring future offenses within the state.
The lifetime ban on hunting and fishing privileges signifies the court’s determination to permanently remove Davis’s ability to engage in such activities. This measure aims to protect the state’s natural resources and wildlife populations.
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