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AN ACT relating to the torture of a dog or cat.

It became law on Apr 4, 2024.

KY HB 258 · House Bill · 2024RS

Stage
Became law
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Sponsors
26
Latest action
Apr 4, 2024

What it does

Amend KRS 525.135 to define "serious physical injury or infirmity" and redefine "torture"; provide that torture of a dog or cat is a Class D felony in every instance and that each act may constitute a separate offense; provide what does not constitute torture of a dog or cat.

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Where it stands

This bill passed and is now law.

  1. Introduced (Done)

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    Apr 4, 2024

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