NY S00673

Prohibits persons convicted of violating "Buster's Law" (animal cruelty law) from owning or possessing companion animals unless authorized by county court order.

Requires convicted persons to 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 court authorization.

Removes horses from the definition of "farm animal" in agriculture and markets law.

Adds new definition of "equine companion" to include horses used for recreational pursuits such as racing, jumping, showing, or rehabilitative purposes, or treated as companion animals or pets.

Takes effect thirty days after becoming law.