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CT HB06310

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/30/2013

Primary Sponsor

Diana Urban

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Permits appointment of an animal advocate in civil and criminal court proceedings involving animal welfare or custody issues
  • Animal advocate must be a veterinarian employed by the Department of Agriculture
  • Advocate serves as court advocate on behalf of the animal whose welfare or custody is subject to legal proceedings
  • Applies to criminal proceedings regarding animal cruelty charges under section 53-247 of the general statutes
  • Introduced by representatives from multiple districts and referred to the Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Animal Advocates In Court Proceedings.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary

1/30/2013

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/30/2013

Full Bill Text

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