Bill
S 2501
Establishes certain animal abuse offenses committed in manner manifesting extreme indifference to value of animal's life as crime of second degree; designated as "River's Law."
2026-2027 Regular Session
Introduced by Tony Bucco and 1 co-sponsor
New Jersey elevates severe animal abuse to a second-degree felony, targeting cruelty demonstrating extreme indifference to animal life, with enhanced penalties and criminal liability.
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee