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AZ SB1057

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/12/2010

Primary Sponsor

Jonathan Paton

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Origin

Senate

Forty-ninth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2010)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arizona Revised Statutes Section 32-2239 to require veterinarians to immediately report suspected animal cruelty, neglect, or animal fighting to local law enforcement instead of within thirty days.

  • Expands reporting requirements to include animals suspected of being victims of cruelty or neglect, not just those involved in organized dog fighting.

  • Requires veterinarians to include the breed and description of the animal and the name and address of the owner or person who sought the examination or treatment in their reports.

  • Authorizes veterinarians to provide veterinary records to local law enforcement upon request in furtherance of criminal investigations for cruelty, neglect, or animal fighting.

  • Provides immunity from civil liability and board discipline for veterinarians who comply with reporting requirements and act in good faith.

Legislative Description

Veterinarians; animal abuse reporting

Last Action

Referred to Senate RULES Committee

1/25/2010

Full Bill Text

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