Establishes an animal abuser registry and requires background checks for pet store and animal shelter licenses.

This bill creates an animal abuser registry in New York, requiring individuals convicted of animal abuse felonies or misdemeanors to register with the state's criminal justice services. The registry will include personal information and photographs of the abusers. Pet store and animal shelter license applicants must undergo background checks against this registry. The registry information will be accessible to the public. The bill also mandates annual renewals of the registration for seven years post-conviction or release from incarceration.

Establishes an animal abuser registry and requires background checks for pet store and animal shelter licenses.

This bill creates an animal abuser registry in New York, requiring individuals convicted of animal abuse felonies or misdemeanors to register with the state's criminal justice services. The registry will include personal information and photographs of the abusers. Pet store and animal shelter license applicants must undergo background checks against this registry. The registry information will be accessible to the public. The bill also mandates annual renewals of the registration for seven years post-conviction or release from incarceration.