Michigan HB5208 prohibits declawing cats except for therapeutic purposes and sets fines for violations.

Michigan HB5208 creates a new act prohibiting individuals from performing procedures that prevent normal functioning of a cat's claws, toes, or paws, except when necessary for therapeutic purposes. The bill defines "therapeutic purpose" as a physical medical condition that compromises the cat's health. Violators face civil fines of up to $2,500 for a first violation and up to $5,000 for subsequent violations. The act allows prosecution by county prosecutors or the attorney general.

Michigan HB5208 prohibits declawing cats except for therapeutic purposes and sets fines for violations.

Michigan HB5208 creates a new act prohibiting individuals from performing procedures that prevent normal functioning of a cat's claws, toes, or paws, except when necessary for therapeutic purposes. The bill defines "therapeutic purpose" as a physical medical condition that compromises the cat's health. Violators face civil fines of up to $2,500 for a first violation and up to $5,000 for subsequent violations. The act allows prosecution by county prosecutors or the attorney general.