Matson convicted for poaching 4 deer and 3 bears in Grant County – Elkhorn Media Group
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UPDATE: More information has come in regarding a man who was recently convicted on seven separate wildlife crimes in Grant County Circuit Court. It was previously reported that Christopher Matson, 44, was sentenced to probation and ordered to pay $52,500 in fines for the crimes. Court documents reveal that Matson is guilty of unlawfully taking two mule deer bucks in 2022, along with three black bears and two more bucks in 2024.
Official sources have informed our newsroom that Matson also has pending charges in Umatilla County. We’ll provide further updates as they come available.
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A man was recently convicted on multiple wildlife charges in Grant County Circuit Court.
Our newsroom is still working out the official details of what specifically occurred. Christopher Matson, 48, pleaded guilty to 7 counts of Taking, Angling, Hunting, or Trapping in a Violation of Wildlife Law or Rule, occurring in September of 2022.
Matson had his hunting license revoked for life, was sentenced to 18 months on Bench Probation with special conditions, and ordered to pay $52,500 in fines. As part of the special conditions, Matson must complete 300 hours of community service and forfeit all firearms and contraband involved in the crimes.
This is a developing story, stay posted for updates.