In 1975 a Federal Law was inacted making it illegal to sell a "pet" turtle or tortoise with a shell size of less than 4 inches, except for educational and scientific purposes. 

It is completely legal for a private individual to own a baby turtle so long as you understand owning it is for personal education or scientific purposes. 

This document is universal among lawful companies selling under 4 inch turtles/tortoises. 

These documents are NOT sent or shared with anyone, they are simply filed away for our records as required by this law.

Before we can ship your baby turtle or tortoise we need you to complete the .pdf document below. 

You can enter your information and email it from within the .pdf itself, or you can print and fax it to us.