Pennsylvania HB436 amends riot, disorderly conduct, and related offenses to prohibit ownership of certain animals for convicted individuals.
Pennsylvania HB436 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to include a prohibition on convicted individuals owning, possessing, controlling, having custody of, or being employed with the care of animals. This prohibition applies for a period of no less than two years. A humane society police officer, law enforcement officer, or State dog warden can ensure compliance and notify the local district attorney, who may petition the court to remove animals kept in violation.
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