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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that any person who violates the statute concerning dangerous animals is subject to a minimum fine of $300 if the violation does not result in severe injury or death to any person or damage to another person's property. Provides that, if the violation results in severe injury or death to any person, then any person violating this provision is guilty of a Class C misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not less that $1,000 and not to exceed $10,000. Provides that, if the violation results in damage to another person's property, then any person violating the provision is guilty of a Class C misdemeanor and subject to a fine not less than $300 and not to exceed $1,000.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to establish new penalties for violations related to dangerous animals, which are defined as specific wild animals like lions, tigers, bears, and wolves, but exclude certain reptiles. If a person violates the law regarding dangerous animals and it does not result in severe injury or death to anyone or damage to property, they will face a minimum fine of $300. However, if the violation leads to severe injury or death to a person, the offender is guilty of a Class C misdemeanor and faces a fine between $1,000 and $10,000. If the violation only causes damage to another person's property, the offender is also guilty of a Class C misdemeanor but with a fine ranging from $300 to $1,000. A Class C misdemeanor is a less serious criminal offense.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/13/2026)
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