CT SB01446

Prohibits owners or keepers from allowing dogs or livestock to roam at large on another person's land or public highways without control, with an exception for hunting dogs during open hunting or training season

Establishes tiered penalties for roaming dog violations: up to $350 fine for first offense, up to $500 for second offense, and class C misdemeanor for subsequent violations

Imposes enhanced penalties of up to $1,000 fine and/or 6 months imprisonment for owners who knowingly allow a dog with vicious propensities to roam at large and cause physical injury to a non-provoking person

Maintains livestock roaming violations as an infraction while creating separate, stricter penalty structure for dogs

Authorizes animal control officers to seek court orders including injunctions from superior court to enforce roaming restrictions, effective October 1, 2025