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

New York S08084 amends the agriculture and markets law to create an animal abuser registry. Individuals convicted of animal-related felonies or misdemeanors must register with the Department of Criminal Justice Services. The registry is accessible to the public and includes details such as names, addresses, and photographs of registered abusers. Pet stores and animal shelters must conduct background checks against this registry when processing license applications and renewals. Failure to comply with registration requirements is a class E felony.

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

New York S08084 amends the agriculture and markets law to create an animal abuser registry. Individuals convicted of animal-related felonies or misdemeanors must register with the Department of Criminal Justice Services. The registry is accessible to the public and includes details such as names, addresses, and photographs of registered abusers. Pet stores and animal shelters must conduct background checks against this registry when processing license applications and renewals. Failure to comply with registration requirements is a class E felony.