Contact a licensed wildlife control professional
Check local laws before attempting any capture
Use a humane live trap sized for raccoons
Place the trap along a known travel path
Bait the trap with strong-smelling food
Wear thick gloves when handling the trap
Set the trap according to the manufacturer’s instructions
Monitor the trap frequently
Keep children and pets away from the area
Cover the trap after capture to reduce stress
Transport or release the raccoon only as allowed by local regulations
Disinfect the trap and area after use