MS SB2934

Expands dog fighting offense to include owning or possessing dogs with intent to fight, and adds new offense of owning, possessing, buying, selling, transferring, or manufacturing dog fighting paraphernalia.

Increases maximum prison sentence for first offense from three (3) years to five (5) years, with fines of $1,000 to $5,000.

Adds second or subsequent offense as separate felony with penalties of $5,000 to $10,000 fine and three (3) to ten (10) years imprisonment.

Defines "paraphernalia" as equipment used or designed for dog fighting, including breaking sticks, treadmills, fighting pits, spring poles, and unprescribed veterinary medicine or treatment supplies.

Establishes procedure for dog owners to request hearing within ten (10) days of seizure to determine disposition of dogs, following procedures in Section 97-41-2.