The document discusses the variation of animal protection laws across different states, highlighting that some states have stronger enforcement and more comprehensive regulations than others. It emphasizes the serious consequences for animal abuse in Illinois, where offenses can escalate from misdemeanors to felonies based on the severity and repetition of the crime. Overall, the piece advocates for heightened awareness and action against animal cruelty.

1. Animal Protection Thesis Statement
Madison Kueper
Instructor Hansen
Comp I
9, November 2016
Animal Protection Laws from State to State
Thesis statement: Many people think all states have the same animal protection laws, but each
State is unique. Some states have more laws, and they enforce them more seriously seriously than others.
Debasish Mridha once said, " Unnecessary violence against animals is a heinous crime. Be a voice for those who do not have one." Some people have
already stepped up to that challenge because they noticed that many animals in our world were/are being treated cruelly. Citizens aren't the only ones
stepping up, though. Many state governments have joined the fight, and they have created laws to protect these animals. Some states more than others.
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525.130 states that abuse towards any non domestic animal is illegal. Neglect, abandonment, killing, poison, and torture all apply.
525.135 says that you are not allowed to torture any dog or cat. Because each state has their own laws protecting animals, each state has it's own way of
handling how to deal with the animals that are victims and the people who committed the crime.
Illinois not only has the most animal rights laws, but it also takes them more seriously than many other states.
If a person breaks part a of section 3, the first time it is a class B misdemeanor. After the first offense it is a class 4 felony, but everyday is a different
charge. Breaking part b is a class B misdemeanor.
By beating your animal it's a A misdemeanor, and then a class 4 for repeating cases. If you torture the animal; however, it's a class 3 felony. If the animal
dies or is seriously injured it is class 4 felony and class 3 for repeating case.
By taking part in animal fighting or breaking section 4 you can serve a class 4 or 3 felony, and all dogs/animals will be taken away.
Breaking section 5 is a class C–B misdemeanor.
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