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NJ A3049
NJ A3049Requires mental health evaluation for all animal cruelty offenders; designated as "Shyanne's Law."
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Introduced
02/08/2018
02/08/2018
In Committee
02/08/2018
02/08/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Introduced Session
2018-2019 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 law to require a mental health evaluation and subsequent counseling, if warranted, for any person convicted of animal cruelty, whether an adult or a juvenile. It 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. The bill also imposes additional penalties, such as community service and restitution, for animal cruelty offenses.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee (on 02/08/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A3500/3049_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A3500/3049_I1.PDF |
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