Relating to establishing the offense of assault upon or injury to a service animal; and providing for penalties.

Summary

The bill makes it a crime to recklessly harm, taunt, or obstruct a service animal or the person it assists. Violations are misdemeanors punishable by up to one year in jail, a $500 fine, and required restitution for the animal’s value, training, medical costs, and the handler’s lost wages. It applies to anyone who knows the animal is a service animal, even if it isn’t actively assisting at the time.

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