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SB 0257 - Animals; consultation with a veterinarian; filing of criminal charges for cruelty to animals in certain instances; provide

Tracking Level: Monitor
Sponsor: Bill Heath
Last Action: 3/21/2018 - House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
Senate Committee: Agriculture and Consumer Affairs
House Committee: Agriculture and Consumer Affairs
Assigned To:
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Staff Analysis of the Legislation
SB 257 amends Chapter 1 of Title 4 of the OCGA by providing for consultation with a veterinarian that is  employed or approved by the Department of Agriculture prior to the filing of criminal charges for animal cruelty.

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