I was able to verify that this is a beaded and not a gila. Based on the cursorial evidence I've been able to gather, this *should* be legal in the US for sale or trade, unlike the US native gilas. As such, I'll allow this post to stay for the time being. I've asked people who know more about herps than myself for advice on this, and I'll manage the thread as per their advise.
Moved to B/S/T