AN ACT relating to animal fighting.

Amend KRS 525.125 to define "animal fight" and remove the definition of "dog fight"; provide that a person is guilty of cruelty to animals in the first degree when he or she knowingly causes an animal to engage in an animal fight, participates in the organization or operation of an animal fight, is present at an animal fight, or allows a minor to attend an animal fight; provide that falconry authorized by a valid permit…

Introduced: January 7, 2025

Last action: January 9, 2025

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This bill updates Kentucky's animal cruelty law by replacing the existing definition of "dog fight" with a broader definition of "animal fight," making it illegal to organize, operate, attend, or allow a minor to attend any animal fight. Courts would be required to take animals away from violators and could order the person to pay for the animals' care. Falconry done with a valid permit and hunting license would not be affected. Who it may affect: people who own or keep animals, hunters who practice falconry, and families with minors.

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