Enhances penalties for aggravated cruelty to animals by making such offense a felony, including torture, beating, or killing of any animal.
This bill enhances penalties for aggravated cruelty to animals by making such offense a felony, including torture, beating, or killing of any animal. It also makes animal cruelty, including overdriving or depriving an animal of sustenance a felony when committed while released on recognizance for violating an order of protection. Additionally, it allows aggravated animal abuse to be considered for bail.
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