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1999 SESSION

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SB 1259 Dogs or cats; prohibits killing for fur.

Introduced by: H. Russell Potts, Jr. | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles | history

SUMMARY AS PASSED:

Cruelty to animals. Prohibits killing dogs and cats for their fur. The offense is a Class 1 misdemeanor and a second or subsequent offense is a Class 6 felony.

SUMMARY AS PASSED SENATE:

Cruelty to animals. Prohibits killing dogs and cats for their fur. The offense is punishable by a fine of up to $25,000.

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Cruelty to animals. Prohibits killing dogs for their fur. The offense is punishable by a fine of up to $25,000.