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UT HB0341
Bill
Status
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Clinton Okerlund
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AI Summary
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Expands dog fighting offenses to include causing a dog to injure another dog for amusement or gain, and clarifies that aiding or abetting such activities is a third degree felony with fines up to $25,000
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Adds new offense for attending a dog fight or related activity, including being present where preparations are being made, attending a fight, or bringing a minor under 18 to a fight (class B misdemeanor)
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Expands game fowl fighting offenses to include promoting fights, owning or training game fowl with intent to fight, and causing game fowl to injure another for amusement or gain
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Establishes graduated penalties for game fowl fighting: class B misdemeanor for first offense, class A misdemeanor for second offense, and third degree felony for third or subsequent violations
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Creates new offense for attending a game fowl fight or related activity, including bringing minors under 18, classified as a class B misdemeanor (effective May 6, 2026)
Legislative Description
Animal Fighting Penalties
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
Last Action
House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
3/6/2026