Animal cruelty bill signed by Gov. Doug Ducey
After passing in both the state House and Senate, Arizona’s Governor approved House Bill 2671 this week.
The bill will create more severe punishments for those who intentionally abuse or torture an animal. Current Arizona law states if a felony has been committed, there’s a chance it will be tried in courts as a misdemeanor.
Under the new law, when all evidence is present and a felony has been committed, the case will automatically be tried as a felony.
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The Humane Society of Southern Arizona said it has responded to more than 7,000 cases of animal cruelty last year. They’re hopeful this bill will reduce that number.
