2009 Senate Bill 316

Clarify “dangerous animal” law

Introduced in the Senate

March 3, 2009

Introduced by Sen. John Gleason (D-27)

To clarify that the law which authorizes the destruction of a “dangerous animal” applies to one that bites or injures not just a dog, but any “domestic animal,” defined as a dog, cat or other animal kept as a household pet.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary