Cruelty to animals
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Verbatim text below is from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), a public-domain U.S. government work. Always verify the current version with the eCFR before relying on it for any legal matter.
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A person commits a misdemeanor if he or she purposely or recklessly:
(a) Subjects any animal in his or her custody to cruel neglect; or
(b) Subjects any animal to cruel mistreatment; or
(c) Kills or injures any animal belonging to another without legal privilege or consent of the owner.
(d) Causes one animal to fight with another.
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