Delaware HB134 amends animal cruelty laws, increasing penalties and restrictions for offenders.
Delaware HB134 amends Title 11 of the Delaware Code to strengthen penalties and restrictions for animal cruelty. The bill increases fines for violations, including killing or injuring animals without consent, and introduces a prohibition on owning or possessing animals for certain periods post-conviction. It also allows animal welfare officers to impound animals in apparent violation of the law and mandates that law enforcement officers, animal welfare officers, or firefighters can use reasonable force to rescue animals in danger.
Included in complete analysis
- Overview
- Core Provisions
- Implementation
- Impact
- Legal Framework
- Critical Issues
See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.