Animal abandonment; criminal penalties, authority to seize, disposition procedures; established

Summary

The bill makes leaving an animal without care a criminal offense, punishable by a misdemeanor or, in serious cases, a felony. It also authorizes police and local officials to take custody of abandoned animals, order owners to provide care, and sets up court hearings to decide the animal’s fate. The goal is to protect animals from neglect and hold owners accountable.

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