Increases the penalty of knowingly violating the provisions relating to the appropriate shelter for dogs from a violation to a misdemeanor

Summary

The bill upgrades the penalty for owners or caretakers who knowingly leave a dog outdoors without suitable shelter from a simple fine to a misdemeanor, allowing up to a year in jail and higher fines. It also adds a daily offense if the shelter problem isn’t fixed within 72 hours. The change is intended to better protect dogs from neglect.

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