MD SB59 | 2016 | Regular Session
Status
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: Introduced on January 13 2016 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2016-02-01 - Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on January 13 2016 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2016-02-01 - Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
Prohibiting a person from committing specified acts against an animal when the person knows or reasonably should know that a minor of at least 2 years old is present; establishing that a minor is present if the minor is within sight or hearing of the crime of aggravated cruelty to animals; and establishing penalties of imprisonment not to exceed 5 years or a fine of up to $5,000 or both for violation of the Act.
Title
Criminal Law - Aggravated Cruelty to Animals in the Presence of a Minor
Sponsors
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-02-01 | Senate | Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings |
| 2016-01-19 | Senate | Hearing 1/19 at 1:00 p.m. |
| 2016-01-13 | Senate | First Reading Judicial Proceedings |
| 2015-07-30 | Senate | Pre-filed |
Subjects
Abuse
Animals
Crimes and Punishments
Criminal Law - Substantive Crimes
Fines
Mental Health
Minors
Penalties and Sentences
Animals
Crimes and Punishments
Criminal Law - Substantive Crimes
Fines
Mental Health
Minors
Penalties and Sentences
