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OH HB352
Bill
Status
10/21/2011
Primary Sponsor
Jay Goyal
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AI Summary
HB 352 Summary
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Prohibits acquisition of dangerous exotic animals by any person on or after the effective date of the bill.
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Requires existing owners of dangerous exotic animals to register them with the Division of Wildlife within 60 days of the effective date if they have no prior animal abuse convictions or revoked/suspended animal-related licenses.
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Defines "dangerous exotic animals" as large cats, nonhuman primates (except service animals), alligators, crocodiles, constricting snakes, venomous snakes, and any other animals designated by the chief of the Division of Wildlife.
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Exempts accredited zoos, humane societies, veterinary hospitals, wildlife sanctuaries, research facilities, educational institutions, traveling circuses, and law enforcement agencies from the acquisition prohibition.
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Establishes penalties of a first-degree misdemeanor for initial violations and a fifth-degree felony for subsequent violations; the bill is declared an emergency measure effective immediately.
Legislative Description
To prohibit the future acquisition of a dangerous exotic animal, to require a person owning a dangerous exotic animal on the act's effective date to register it with the Division of Wildlife, and to declare an emergency.
Exotic animals-prohibit future acquisition/register current ownership of
Last Action
To Agriculture & Natural Resources
10/21/2011