HB 23-1286

House Bill 23-1286, which has been approved and signed into law by the governor, increases fines for people who are cruel or commit aggravated cruelty towards service animals, police working dogs, and police horses in Colorado. This means that anyone found guilty of mistreating these animals will face harsher financial penalties starting June 2, 2023. The bill aims to protect these important animals by deterring harmful behavior through stricter legal consequences.

Official Summary

The act increases monetary penalties for cruelty and aggravated cruelty to service animals, certified police working dogs, and police working horses. APPROVED by Governor June 2, 2023 EFFECTIVE June 2, 2023 (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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