(a) The commissioner shall extend the time and dates during which application may be made for fish or game registration if the commissioner finds that
(1) the conservation and management of the fish or game resource will not be affected adversely; and
(2) the failure to timely apply is the result of excusable neglect.
(b) The fee for an extension granted under this section is $45.
(c) As used in this section, “excusable neglect” does not include unfamiliarity with or ignorance of applicable laws and regulations. In order to show excusable neglect, a person must have demonstrated, before the registration deadline, an intent to harvest fish or game.