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2012 SESSION

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SB 477 Dangerous wild animals; Class 1 misdemeanor to privately possess, sell, transfer, etc.

Introduced by: L. Louise Lucas | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Dangerous wild animals.  Makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor to privately possess, sell, transfer, or breed dangerous wild animals. The bill would grandfather in the ownership of any existing lawful exotic animals; however, the owner of such animals is required to meet certain conditions in order to maintain possession of the exotic animals. The bill limits the possession of dangerous wild animals to facilities accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and bona fide sanctuaries. The legislation describes the procedures to be followed in the seizure and care of dangerous wild animals.

FULL TEXT

• 01/11/12  Senate: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/12 12101116D  pdf

HISTORY

• 01/11/12  Senate: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/12 12101116D
• 01/11/12  Senate: Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources
• 02/09/12  Senate: Continued to 2013 in Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources (15-Y 0-N)