Thursday, November 19, 2009

Governor Beebe Signs Animal Cruelty Bill

Wednesday, Feb 4, 2009
Governor Beebe Signs Animal Cruelty Bill

Governor Mike Beebe today signed a bill that makes aggravated animal cruelty to cats, dogs, and horses a felony for the first offense, punishable by a fine of up to $10,000 and up to six years in prison. The bill also includes a five-year sentencing enhancement for anyone convicted of torturing an animal in the presence of a child.

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