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CT HB06715
Bill
Status
1/24/2017
Primary Sponsor
Public Safety and Security Committee
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AI Summary
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Increases penalty for intentionally injuring police animals or volunteer canine search and rescue dogs from a Class D felony to a Class C felony.
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Changes penalty for intentionally killing police animals or volunteer canine search and rescue dogs from a fine of up to $10,000 and/or imprisonment up to 10 years to a Class B felony.
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Applies to animals performing duties under supervision of a peace officer or to dogs performing duties under supervision of an active volunteer canine search and rescue team member.
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Takes effect October 1, 2017.
Legislative Description
An Act Increasing The Penalties For The Intentional Injury Or Killing Of Police Animals Or Dogs In Volunteer Canine Search And Rescue Teams.
Last Action
Favorable Change of Reference, Senate to Committee on Judiciary
3/16/2017