A deer cooperator permit issued by the Service allows the permittee to conduct deer carcass removal and handling operations on private land. The fee for this permit is $100. A permit expires 1 year from the date it is issued. The applicant for this permit is required to provide the Department with the method the applicant will use to dispose of a deer carcass at the time the applicant applies for the permit.
Deer Salvage Permit Application Form
Request by E-mail:
georgia.johnson@maryland.gov
wildlifepermits.dnr@maryland.gov
Request by Phone:
301-501-0202
410-260-8540
Toll-free in Maryland:
1-877-620-8DNR [8367], Extension 8540
TTY: Maryland Relay via 1-800-735-2258 or 711
Request by Mail:
Wildlife Permit Coordinator
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Wildlife and Heritage Service
580 Taylor Ave., E-1
Annapolis MD 21401
The Tawes State Office Building is open to customers by appointment only; walk-in customers will not be accepted without a confirmed appointment.
To schedule wildlife permit appointments please email
wildlifepermits.dnr@maryland.gov or call 410-260-8540.
