What is a fair punishment for poachers?

Considering all the threat that they pose to both animals and the humans who keep vigil - either staff of government bodies or of the private organizations, I think it is only fair to punish the poacher with a taste of his own medicine. I may draw criticism for this point of view, but hey, do I bother? read more

So, a fair punishment for such an offence should ensure the poacher gets the full punishment. Only then, others will have some deterrence to take that up as a profession. Shoot at sight is not wrong at all, for such offenders. read more

Currently, poaching laws vary by state. In Pennsylvania, while poaching is considered a summary offense with no chance of imprisonment, lawmakers are actively pursuing stiffer penalties and fines. West Virginia has lower fines but imposes stiff jail terms for poaching offenses. read more