Makes surrendering or releasing a cat or dog in custody without consent a disorderly persons offense.
Criminalizes surrendering or releasing a cat or dog into the custody of a shelter, pound, or kennel without consent during divorce or dissolution of a civil union proceedings. The offense is punishable by up to six months in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both. This applies to actions brought in New Jersey or elsewhere, and after judgment is obtained.
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