HB 25-1034

House Bill 25-1034 modifies Colorado's dangerous dog statute by changing how it applies to certain professionals like veterinarians, groomers, and trainers. Specifically, the bill removes a provision that previously exempted these workers from the statute if they suffered "serious bodily injury" while performing their duties; now only "bodily injury" is mentioned. This means professionals working with dogs are less likely to trigger the dangerous dog statute unless they suffer minor injuries. The bill has been signed into law, so its changes are now in effect.

Official Summary

In the case of a veterinary health-care worker, dog groomer, humane agency personnel, professional dog handler, or trainer acting in the performance of that person's professional duties, the bill removes the term "or serious bodily injury" to the list of provisions that the statute does not apply to, leaving just "bodily injury". (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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