Establishes the offense of assault upon a service animal in West Virginia and sets penalties.

West Virginia SB192 creates the offense of assault upon a service animal, including knowingly or recklessly causing harm. Penalties include fines up to $500, jail time up to one year, or both. Offenders must also cover veterinary bills, medical costs, and replacement or retraining costs for the service animal. This applies to those who know or should know the animal is a service animal.

Establishes the offense of assault upon a service animal in West Virginia and sets penalties.

West Virginia SB192 creates the offense of assault upon a service animal, including knowingly or recklessly causing harm. Penalties include fines up to $500, jail time up to one year, or both. Offenders must also cover veterinary bills, medical costs, and replacement or retraining costs for the service animal. This applies to those who know or should know the animal is a service animal.