Modifies the offense of animal neglect

Summary

The bill expands what counts as animal neglect to include failure to provide adequate care or control and abandonment, and sets penalties that rise from a Class C misdemeanor to felonies depending on prior convictions, property damage, or injury. It also lets courts waive fines if the offender fixes the neglect, while still requiring payment for animal care and cleanup. The measure failed to pass in the House.

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