Bill > HB0003

This bill modifies Wyoming's animal cruelty laws, specifically focusing on how predatory animals are treated when injured by vehicles. The bill introduces new requirements that if a person intentionally injures or disables a predatory animal (such as coyotes or wolves) using a motorized vehicle, they must immediately make reasonable efforts to kill the injured animal. Failure to do so would be considered animal cruelty. The bill increases the maximum fine for a first-time animal cruelty offense from $750 to $1,000 and allows courts to revoke hunting licenses or suspend a person's privilege to purchase wildlife licenses for such offenses. Additionally, the bill expands enforcement authority to include game and fish law enforcement personnel, who can now enforce these specific provisions. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply to any person who injures a predatory animal by vehicle from that date forward. The bill aims to ensure more humane treatment of injured predatory animals and provide clear consequences for those who do not take appropriate action after causing harm.

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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0003