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NJ S2179
NJ S2179Requires mental health evaluation for all animal cruelty offenders; designated as "Shyanne's Law."
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Introduced
03/16/2020
03/16/2020
In Committee
03/16/2020
03/16/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
Introduced Session
2020-2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill amends current law to require a mental health evaluation for any animal cruelty offender, whether an adult or a juvenile, to be followed by mental health counseling if warranted by the evaluation. It is designated "Shyanne's Law" in recognition of Shyanne, a dog that died in the care of an animal behaviorist who had been previously observed abusing an animal.
AI Summary
This bill amends current law to require a mental health evaluation and counseling, if warranted, for any person convicted of animal cruelty, whether an adult or a juvenile. The bill is designated "Shyanne's Law" in recognition of a dog that died in the care of an animal behaviorist who had been previously observed abusing an animal. The bill also requires the court to order the violator to pay restitution for any costs incurred by the animal's owner or the organization investigating the violation.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 03/16/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2020/S2179 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2020/S2500/2179_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2020/S2500/2179_I1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/S2500/2179_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/S2500/2179_I1.PDF |
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