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NJ A296
NJ A296Requires mental health evaluation for all animal cruelty offenders; designated as "Shyanne's Law."
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 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 New Jersey law to require a mental health evaluation and subsequent counseling, if warranted, for any animal cruelty offender, whether an adult or a juvenile. The bill also requires the court to maintain records of these mental health evaluations and counseling requirements. 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.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A296 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A0500/296_I1.HTM |
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