SB0283

Animals: dogs; penalties for stealing or holding a dog; increase. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 357c & repeals sec. 8 of 1939 PA 309 (MCL 287.308).

Introduced·5/6/25
Introduced Text

Michigan SB0283 increases penalties for stealing or holding a dog without the owner's consent.

Michigan SB0283 amends existing law to increase penalties for stealing or otherwise taking a dog without the owner's consent. Under the new law, such actions would be considered a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for up to one year, a fine ranging from $500 to $1,500, or both. The bill also repeals a previous section of law related to dog theft. This change aims to strengthen protections for dog owners and their pets.

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History

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: Paul Wojno

May 6, 2025

Senate

Introduced By Senator Dayna Polehanki

May 6, 2025

Senate

Referred To Committee On Regulatory Affairs