Crimes: animals; restitution for care and treatment of certain forfeited animals; impose penalty on ownership of animal to person convicted of certain crimes against animal. Amends sec. 50b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50b).

This bill amends Michigan's penal code to strengthen penalties for cruelty toward animals and expand the financial and ownership consequences for offenders. It establishes a tiered sentencing system that imposes stricter prison terms and fines for severe acts like killing or torturing companion animals, while also allowing courts to order restitution for the costs of investigating, housing, and treating injured animals. Additionally, the legislation grants judges the authority to permanently ban convicted individuals from owning any animals and to revoke probation if those individuals violate the ban. The bill explicitly exempts lawful activities such as hunting, fishing, and standard farming practices from these new restrictions.