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Domestic Violence and Pets: List of States that Include Pets in Protection Orders Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center This document lists the states that include pets in domestic violence protection orders with links to the actual statutes. As of 2024, 40 states as well as D.C. and Puerto Rico have enacted such laws. Also, see the Map of Pets in Domestic Violence Orders linked below. Article
Detailed Discussion of Wisconsin Great Ape Laws Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center The following article discusses Wisconsin Great Ape law. Wisconsin does not have a specific law that prohibits the possession of apes or otherwise addresses their care. The state has a chapter on captive wildlife with a number of provisions related to the possession of captive live wild animals, which would generally include great apes.The state’s endangered species law also prohibits the taking, transport, and possession of endangered or threatened species, including federally-listed species. It is unclear based on a reading of the law whether it requires state permits for foreign endangered species. The law specifically exempts zoological societies or municipal zoos from its reach. Finally, apes are covered generally under the state’s anti-cruelty laws as warm-blooded, non-human animals. The law prohibits treating animals in a cruel manner, which includes causing unnecessary and excessive pain, suffering, or unjustifiable death. Additionally, all animals kept in captivity must have adequate food, water, and shelter. Article
Overview of the Lacey Act (16 U.S.C. SS 3371-3378) Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This article provides a brief overview of the federal Lacey Act (16 U.S.C. §§ 3371-3378). Included is a brief historical discussion as well as an examination of the criminal and civil provisions under the Act. A link to a more complete discussion is provided.

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Table of Significant Animal-related Cases from 2009 Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This table gives summaries of some of the significant animal-related cases from 2009. Links are provided to the actual text of the cases that are summarized.

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State Anti-Cruelty Laws Rebecca Wisch

Brief Summary of State Cruelty Laws
Rebecca F. Wisch (2005, updated 2010)

 

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Summary of Emotional Support Animal Cases Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center This document provides summaries of cases involving emotional support animals( ESAs). The specific issues decided by the courts range from breeds of dogs used for ESAs, the charging of fees or pet deposits, places an ESA can be taken, and use of an ESA in university housing, among many other topics. Links to the actual case are provided. Article
Detailed Discussion of Oklahoma Great Ape Laws Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center The following article discusses Great Ape law in Oklahoma.Oklahoma does not have a law specifically addressing great apes; instead, it is unlawful for an individual to possess a great ape in the state of Oklahoma under the state’s endangered species law.Great apes are generally protected from intentional abuse and neglect under the state’s anti-cruelty law. Unlike many other states, the law does not exempt scientific research facilities from its provisions. Article
Overview of Lost Dog Legal Issues Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This summary discusses the state laws that govern the status of a "lost dog." The common law rules regarding lost property are applied as well as the state "lost property" statutes.

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2018 Statutory Amendment Table Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center This document provides a summary and table illustrating amendments to state laws in 2018. Topic Table
FAQ on Service Animals and Air Travel Rebecca F. Wisch This FAQ provides a short explanation of the law and regulations related to service animals on U.S. commercial airlines. Article

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