HF 557: Relating to the operation of animal shelters, by prohibiting the transfer of certain animals, and making penalties applicable

What it does

The inclusion of this explanation does not constitute agreement with the explanation’s substance by the members of the general assembly.2). All of these offenses are currently subject to a series of penalties ranging from a simple misdemeanor to a class “D” felony.4) arising out of a rescue by a local government in which the court orders its disposition after determining its status as threatened, meaning it was subject to neglect, abuse, or torture. An animal shelter found in violation of the bill is subject to a civil penalty of not more than $500.

In plain words

1. February 28, 2019Filed in the House and sent to the Judiciary committee