HB 616 (2025)
Restrict confiscation of animals for suspected abuse
Summary:
Restricts the ability of law enforcement to confiscate animals in cases of suspected abuse. For example, this bill requires the state veterinarian or their designee to accompany an investigating officer when livestock are the subject of a cruelty case, and determine if there is probable cause to take the animals and charge the owner with animal cruelty.
Status:
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