ID S1303

Removes reference to misdemeanors from Section 25-3504 and directs punishment according to Section 25-3520A instead for animal cruelty convictions.

Establishes that participating in gamecock fighting displays is a misdemeanor, while knowingly advertising, promoting or organizing such displays with controlled substances present or gambling occurring is a felony punishable under Section 25-3520A(3)(a).

Makes it a misdemeanor for first-time violations to advertise, promote or organize gamecock fighting displays where gaffs or artificial means are used to enhance pain or cause death, or where substances are administered to enhance gamecock activity; second or subsequent violations constitute a felony.

Establishes tiered penalties: first violation up to 6 months jail or $100-$5,000 fine; second violation within 10 years up to 9 months jail or $200-$7,000 fine; third or subsequent violation within 15 years up to 12 months jail or $500-$9,000 fine.

Exempts customary practices of breeding or rearing game fowl from animal cruelty laws and specifies that each prior conviction counts as one violation regardless of number of counts.