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NY S02501
Bill
Status
6/6/2017
Primary Sponsor
James Tedisco
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AI Summary
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Prohibits persons convicted of violating Section 353-a of the Agriculture and Markets Law (Buster's Law) from owning or possessing a companion animal without court authorization.
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Requires convicted persons to obtain a court order from a county court judge in their county of residence before owning or possessing any companion animal.
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Mandates that convicted persons undergo psychiatric or psychological testing and demonstrate by clear and convincing evidence their sound mental capacity and ability to properly care for animals in a humane manner before a court order can be issued.
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Takes effect on the thirtieth day after becoming law.
Legislative Description
Prohibits a person convicted of "Buster's Law" from owning or possessing a companion animal unless authorized by court order, after appropriate psychiatric or psychological testing.
Last Action
referred to agriculture
6/6/2018