Increases penalty for knowingly violating dog shelter provisions to a misdemeanor.

This bill amends the agriculture and markets law to increase the penalty for knowingly violating provisions relating to the appropriate shelter for dogs. The violation is now classified as a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for up to one year, a fine of $500 to $1,000, or both. Each day a violation continues after a charge is filed is considered a separate offense. The changes take effect 90 days after the law is enacted.

Increases penalty for knowingly violating dog shelter provisions to a misdemeanor.

This bill amends the agriculture and markets law to increase the penalty for knowingly violating provisions relating to the appropriate shelter for dogs. The violation is now classified as a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for up to one year, a fine of $500 to $1,000, or both. Each day a violation continues after a charge is filed is considered a separate offense. The changes take effect 90 days after the law is enacted.