Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases the penalty for aggravated cruelty to animals from a Class E felony to a Class D felony; adds aggravated cruelty to animals as an offense for which a juvenile may be classified as a serious youthful offender. - Amends TCA Title 37 and Title 39.

Summary

The bill changes aggravated cruelty to animals from a Class E to a Class D felony, increasing the maximum penalty. It also adds the offense to the list of crimes that can make a juvenile a serious youthful offender, potentially leading to harsher juvenile sanctions. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

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