Establishes the crime of endangering the welfare of a companion animal or farm animal in the first and second degree.

New York S09399 amends the agriculture and markets law to establish the crime of endangering the welfare of a companion animal or farm animal in the first and second degree. The first degree is a class E felony, while the second degree is a class A misdemeanor. The bill specifies that certain actions, such as routine care by owners, procedures by licensed veterinarians, and research or testing procedures, are not considered violations. The act takes effect 60 days after becoming law.

Establishes the crime of endangering the welfare of a companion animal or farm animal in the first and second degree.

New York S09399 amends the agriculture and markets law to establish the crime of endangering the welfare of a companion animal or farm animal in the first and second degree. The first degree is a class E felony, while the second degree is a class A misdemeanor. The bill specifies that certain actions, such as routine care by owners, procedures by licensed veterinarians, and research or testing procedures, are not considered violations. The act takes effect 60 days after becoming law.