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NJ S2899
NJ S2899Provides immunity from civil and criminal liability for rescue of animal from motor vehicle under inhumane conditions.*
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Introduced
01/10/2017
01/10/2017
In Committee
11/30/2017
11/30/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2018
01/08/2018
Introduced Session
2016-2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides to a person with reasonable belief of possible harm to an animal left alone in a parked vehicle, and who acts in good faith to rescue the animal, immunity from criminal or civil liability for any damage to any vehicle or other property, or any injury to the animal, occurring as a result of the rescue or rescue attempt.
AI Summary
This bill provides immunity from criminal or civil liability for a person who, in good faith, breaks into and enters a vehicle to rescue an animal left unattended under inhumane conditions that pose a risk of serious harm or death to the animal. The bill requires the person to first report the situation to rescue personnel and make reasonable efforts to locate the animal's owner before taking action. The rescued animal must then be immediately turned over to law enforcement or animal control authorities for proper veterinary care and investigation of any potential animal cruelty violations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Substituted by A3636 (2R) (on 12/18/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/S3000/2899_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/S3000/2899_I1.PDF |
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