Vermont S0182 amends animal cruelty laws to expedite forfeiture procedures and expand the Animal Welfare Fund.
Vermont S0182 proposes changes to animal cruelty laws, expediting the forfeiture process for animals seized due to cruelty violations. The bill mandates that humane officers provide notice to owners about the seizure, including details of the animal, the seizure circumstances, and the owner's rights to request a hearing. It also outlines procedures for the return of animals to their owners under specific conditions and establishes penalties for animal cruelty.
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