Wyoming · Wyoming Statutes — Title 6, Crimes and Offenses

Wyo. Stat. (Title 6) § 6-3-1005: Felony cruelty to animals; penalty

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

A person commits felony cruelty to animals by causing an animal's death through cruelty, intentionally beating or torturing an animal to cause death or suffering, or intentionally torturing captured wildlife. Felony conviction results in animal forfeiture and up to 2 years imprisonment and/or $5,000 fine.

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