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NJ S3746
NJ S3746"Moose's Law"; prohibits persons convicted of animal cruelty offenses from owning animals and from working or volunteering at animal-related enterprises; establishes presumption against pretrial intervention for certain persons.
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Introduced
10/07/2024
10/07/2024
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
"Moose's Law"; prohibits persons convicted of animal cruelty offenses from owning animals and from working or volunteering at animal-related enterprises; establishes presumption against pretrial intervention for certain persons.
AI Summary
This bill, known as "Moose's Law," prohibits persons convicted of animal cruelty offenses from owning animals or working/volunteering at animal-related enterprises for a period specified by the court. It also establishes a presumption against pretrial intervention for individuals charged with a criminal animal cruelty offense. The key provisions include mandatory forfeiture of animals owned by the offender, restrictions on acquiring or residing with animals, and prohibitions on employment or volunteering at animal-related businesses. The bill defines relevant terms such as "animal-related enterprise" and "criminal animal cruelty offense."
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee (on 01/14/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3746 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3746_R1.HTM |
| Analysis - Statement SEG 12/12/24 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3746_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3746_I1.HTM |
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