(1) Except as permitted under this subchapter, it is unlawful for a person to: Own or possess a large carnivore;
(2) Breed a large carnivore; or
(3) Transfer ownership or possession of or receive a transfer of ownership or possession of a large carnivore, with or without remuneration.
(4) Except as permitted under this subchapter, it is unlawful for a person or other entity in control of any property, residence, or business premises to knowingly permit any other person to be in possession of a large carnivore upon the property, residence, or business premises.