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2013 SESSION
HB 1242 Dangerous wild animals; Class 1 misdemeanor to privately possess, sell, transfer, etc.
Introduced by: Christopher K. Peace | 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, which are identified by taxonomic classification. The bill would grandfather in the ownership of any existing lawful dangerous wild animals; however, the owner of such animals is required to meet certain conditions in order to maintain possession of the animals. The bill limits the possession of dangerous wild animals to certain types of entities and facilities. The legislation sets out the procedures to be followed in the impoundment and forfeiture of dangerous wild animals.
FULL TEXT
- 01/20/12 House: Presented and ordered printed 12104169D pdf
- 02/01/12 House: Committee substitute printed 12104581D-H1 pdf
HISTORY
- 01/20/12 House: Presented and ordered printed 12104169D
- 01/20/12 House: Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
- 01/27/12 House: Assigned ACNRsub: Agriculture
- 02/01/12 House: Committee substitute printed 12104581D-H1
- 02/01/12 House: Continued to 2013 with substitute in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources by voice vote
- 11/29/12 House: Left in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources