California · Penal Code
PEN §597.5: (a) Any person who does any of the following is guilty of a felony and is punishable by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 for 16 months, or two or three years, or by a fine not
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Owning, possessing, training, or fighting dogs for sport or amusement is a felony punishable by 16 months to three years in prison. Knowingly attending dog-fighting events is a lesser offense punishable by up to one year in county jail.
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