A 1148 New York Assembly · 2023 Regular Session

Relates to promoting animal fighting; and repeals certain provisions of such law relating thereto

This bill amends state laws to strengthen penalties for promoting animal fighting by clearly defining prohibited activities and equipment. It establishes three tiers of criminal offenses based on the severity of involvement, ranging from possessing fighting paraphernalia to training or breeding animals specifically for combat. The legislation creates new felony charges for large-scale operations involving multiple animals and allows courts to impose fines up to $35,000 for the most serious violations. By updating definitions and increasing punishments, the law aims to more effectively deter and punish individuals who organize or facilitate animal fights.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2023
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Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2023 Last action Jul 15, 2024
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Jan 22, 2024
Committee
RECOMMITTED TO AGRICULTURE
lower
Mar 27, 2023
Lower · Passed
AMENDED ON THIRD READING (T) 1148A
lower
Mar 15, 2023
Committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO CODES
lower
Jan 13, 2023
Committee
REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE
lower
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