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Great Apes Rebecca F. Wisch

Introduction to Legal Control Over Great Apes
David S. Favre (2011)

 

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Table of State Animal Sexual Assault Laws Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center This table details state laws prohibiting sexual conduct between humans and animals. The majority of states (49) have some provision that criminalizes engaging in sexual conduct with animals. Currently, West Virginia lacks such a law. States are somewhat split between categorizing first offenses misdemeanors or felonies (23 misdemeanor, 26 felony, depending on severity of conduct in states like Nevada and Texas). Subsequent convictions may result in enhanced penalties in many states (felony offenses for second or subsequent convictions). These laws may also require the perpetrator to undergo psychological counseling and may restrain future ownership of animals. Topic Table
Overview of the Migratory Bird Treaty Reform Act (MBTRA) Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This overview discusses the recent amendment to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). Under a bill introduced in May of 2004, all bird species not considered "native" to the United States would be excluded from protection. This new law, known as the Migratory Bird Treaty Reform Act, has been the center of much controversy, especially as it concerns the cause of mute swans in the U.S. It became law on December 8, 2004, as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2005.

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FAQ: Can I sell an old fur made from an endangered animal? Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

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FAQ: Veterinary Malpractice Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This article provides a short reader-based FAQ on veterinary malpractice.

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Detailed Discussion of the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Law Legal and Historical Center

This article explores the history and text of the BGEPA. It further examines the relevant legal issues spawned by the Act, including free exercise challenges by Native Americans, the abrogation of treaty rights, commerce in eagle parts, and requisite intent for criminal prosecution under the Act.

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Table of State Laws that Protect Animals Left in Parked Vehicles Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center This table describes the laws that concern leaving a companion animal unattended in a parked vehicle. Approximately 31 states have laws that deal with animals left in unattended vehicles. Most of these laws provide that the animal must be confined or unattended in a parked or stationary vehicle. Further, the laws add that in order for a person to violate the law, the conditions have to endanger the animal's life. Under some state laws, law enforcement or other individuals are allowed to rescue animals left under extreme conditions. Topic Table
Dog Bite Laws Rebecca Wisch

Brief Summary of Dog Bite Law
Rebecca F. Wisch (2004)

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How to Search for Your Municipality's Animal-Related Ordinances Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This document briefly explains how one may search for electronic versions of his or her municipality's animal control ordinances over the Interent.

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Brief Summary of Breed Specific Laws Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This article provides a brief summary of breed-specific legislation and the legal challenges to such laws.

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