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NJ A4540
NJ A4540Requires mental health evaluation for all animal cruelty offenders; designated as "Shyanne's Law."
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Introduced
09/22/2022
09/22/2022
In Committee
09/22/2022
09/22/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires mental health evaluation for all animal cruelty offenders; designated as "Shyanne's Law."
AI Summary
This bill, designated as "Shyanne's Law," requires mental health evaluations and subsequent counseling, if warranted, for all offenders convicted of animal cruelty offenses. The bill amends the existing law to mandate that courts order these mental health assessments and any necessary follow-up treatment, with the costs to be paid by the offender. Additionally, the Administrative Office of the Courts is required to maintain records of the mental health requirements and counseling attendance resulting from convictions under this law.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Food Security Committee (on 09/22/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A4540 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4540_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4540_I1.PDF |
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