Increases penalties for animal abuse and establishes a public registry for animal abusers in Missouri.

HB2822 increases the penalties for animal abuse offenses in Missouri, classifying them as felonies. It also establishes a public registry maintained by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, listing names and identifying information of those convicted of animal abuse offenses. The registry will be accessible on the Patrol's website and will include photographs taken during the booking process. The duration of listing varies based on the number of convictions, with removal possible if the conviction is expunged.

Increases penalties for animal abuse and establishes a public registry for animal abusers in Missouri.

HB2822 increases the penalties for animal abuse offenses in Missouri, classifying them as felonies. It also establishes a public registry maintained by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, listing names and identifying information of those convicted of animal abuse offenses. The registry will be accessible on the Patrol's website and will include photographs taken during the booking process. The duration of listing varies based on the number of convictions, with removal possible if the conviction is expunged.