Washington HB1149 amends animal cruelty laws, increasing penalties and clarifying procedures for animal seizure and forfeiture.
Washington HB1149 amends the state's animal cruelty laws by increasing penalties for animal cruelty and animal fighting. It specifies that animal cruelty in the first degree is a class B felony, while animal cruelty in the second degree is a gross misdemeanor. The bill also outlines procedures for animal seizure, including the requirement for owners to post a bond to cover the cost of animal care. If the owner fails to post the bond, the animal is deemed abandoned and forfeited.
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