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NY sets misdemeanor for attending animal fights

Discussion in 'Dog Ordinances & Laws' started by Vicki, Aug 6, 2011.

  1. Vicki

    Vicki Administrator Staff Member

    NY sets misdemeanor for attending animal fights

    * AUGUST 4, 2011, 4:20 P.M. ET

    ALBANY, N.Y. — The possible penalty for attending animal fights in New York is going up.

    A new law signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo raises the infraction from a violation to a misdemeanor with penalties up to three months in jail and $500 fines.

    It takes effect in 30 days.

    Judges already can impose fines up to $250 and up to 15 days in jail for a violation.

    The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says the law should help authorities crack down on dog fights and cockfights where spectators drive the market.

    The ASPCA says hosting fights on your property and training animals to fight are already felonies in New York.

    In February, Suffolk County police raided a Long Island rooster fighting operation, arresting two operators and 31 spectators.

    http://online.wsj.com/article/AP8672f4e750fd42c3bb36fb24beab0af4.html
     
    Vicki, Aug 6, 2011
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