Idaho · Idaho Statutes — Title 18, Crimes and Punishments

Idaho Code (Crimes) § 18-5812: Battery to assistance animals, service dogs, and dogs-in-training — Penalties

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

This statute makes it a misdemeanor to intentionally injure or kill an assistance animal, service dog, or dog-in-training, or to permit an owned animal to do so. Penalties include up to one year in jail, fines up to $5,000, and restitution for veterinary and replacement costs.

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