NY S01563

Creates a public animal cruelty registry requiring persons convicted of violating "Buster's Law" (sections 351 or 353-a of agriculture and markets law) to register their name and address with the Division of Criminal Justice Services

Registry must be available in print and electronic form to the public, law enforcement, district attorneys, humane societies, SPCAs, animal control officers, breeders, animal rescues, and pet stores

Registrants must register annually and upon each address change, continuing until a court orders the registration to cease based on psychiatric or psychological evaluation showing clear and convincing evidence of capability to properly care for animals

Prohibits registrants from owning companion animals or working at animal shelters, pounds, pet stores, zoos, or other businesses where companion animals are present

Imposes a mandatory annual $50 surcharge on convicted offenders to fund the establishment and maintenance of the registry