Establishing offense of assault or injury of service animal

Summary

The bill makes it illegal to recklessly hurt, taunt, or obstruct a service animal, whether it is actively assisting a disabled person or the offender knows it is a service animal. Violators can be jailed up to one year, fined up to $500, and must pay restitution for the animal’s value, training, medical costs and the handler’s lost wages. It aims to protect service animals and the people who rely on them.

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