Dangerous wild animals; Class 1 misdemeanor to privately possess, sell, transfer, etc. (HB1242)
Introduced By
Del. Chris Peace (R-Mechanicsville) with support from co-patron Del. Roslyn Tyler (D-Jarratt)
Progress
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Description
Dangerous wild animals. Makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor to privately possess, sell, transfer, or breed dangerous wild animals, which are identified by taxonomic classification. The bill would grandfather in the ownership of any existing lawful dangerous wild animals; however, the owner of such animals is required to meet certain conditions in order to maintain possession of the animals. The bill limits the possession of dangerous wild animals to certain types of entities and facilities. The legislation sets out the procedures to be followed in the impoundment and forfeiture of dangerous wild animals. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
- 01/20/2012 Presented and ordered printed 12104169D
- 01/20/2012 Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
- 01/27/2012 Assigned ACNRsub: Agriculture
- 02/01/2012 Committee substitute printed 12104581D-H1
- 02/01/2012 Continued to 2013 with substitute in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
- 11/29/2012 Left in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
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