HB 5361
Crimes: animals; restitution for care and treatment of certain forfeited animals; impose penalty on ownership of animal to person convicted of certain crimes against animal. Amends sec. 50b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50b).
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Bill overview
This bill strengthens penalties for animal abuse and neglect in Michigan. It increases the severity of felony charges for harming companion animals, including potential imprisonment and fines. Critically, it establishes a system for restitution, requiring convicted abusers to pay for the care, housing, veterinary treatment, and eventual disposition (such as adoption or euthanasia) of the animal victim. The bill also clarifies procedures for seizing animals, including notification requirements and the potential for a security deposit or bond to prevent forfeiture, and outlines circumstances under which an animal may be forfeited to an animal control agency.
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Joseph Aragona
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