Iowa SF195 increases penalties for animal torture, making it a class "D" felony for first offenses and a class "C" felony for repeat offenders.

Iowa SF195 amends the state code to enhance penalties for animal torture. For a first offense, committing animal torture is now a class "D" felony, punishable by up to five years in confinement and a fine ranging from $1,025 to $10,245. If the offender has a prior conviction for animal abuse, neglect, or torture, the offense escalates to a class "C" felony, with up to 10 years in confinement and a fine from $1,370 to $13,660. This bill aims to deter animal torture by imposing stricter penalties.

Iowa SF195 increases penalties for animal torture, making it a class "D" felony for first offenses and a class "C" felony for repeat offenders.

Iowa SF195 amends the state code to enhance penalties for animal torture. For a first offense, committing animal torture is now a class "D" felony, punishable by up to five years in confinement and a fine ranging from $1,025 to $10,245. If the offender has a prior conviction for animal abuse, neglect, or torture, the offense escalates to a class "C" felony, with up to 10 years in confinement and a fine from $1,370 to $13,660. This bill aims to deter animal torture by imposing stricter penalties.