The Protecting Our Hunting Dogs Act; create.

Summary

The bill makes it illegal to knowingly kill or seriously injure a hunting dog in Mississippi, punishable by up to five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, and required restitution. It also gives dog handlers a narrow right to enter private property to retrieve a stray hunting dog, provided they follow specific safety and notice rules. The measure aims to protect working dogs and standardize hunting practices statewide.

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