Comparative Tables of State Laws by topic

These tables display the fifty states and D.C. with links to the covered laws. In addition, the tables attempt to break down some of the main components of the laws so that readers can quickly understand how the law operates in their state. For example, a comparative table might have a column that tells readers what parties the law covers, what action is prohibited under the law, and the possible penalty for violating the law. The tables are simply informational, providing another avenue for readers to access information. They are not intended to substitute as legal advice for state laws.

Below is a list of topics for which a comparative table of laws has been completed. The comparative tables describe state laws concerning these topics with links to the text of the laws. More tables are in development, so check back frequently to see what has been added.

2015 State Law Amendments 2016 Statutory Amendments Table 2017 Statutory Amendments Table
2018 Statutory Amendment Table 2019 State Amendments 2020 Amendments to Laws
2021 Statutory Amendments Table 2022 Statutory Amendments Table 2023 Statutory Amendments Table
2024 Statute Update Table State Ballot Measures, Propositions, and Citizen Initiatives (1998 to Present) State Dangerous Dog Laws
State Holding Period Laws for Impounded Animals Table of 2011 Amendments to Animal Laws Table of 2012/2013 Amendments to State Laws
Table of 2013 State Law Amendments Table of 2014 Amendments to State Laws Table of Dog Bite Strict Liability Statutes
Table of Humane Society Enforcement Powers Table of Pet Purchaser Protection Acts Table of Rabies Vaccination Laws
Table of Reporting Animal Cruelty in the United States Table of State Animal Sexual Assault Laws Table of State Assistance Animal Laws
Table of State Commercial Pet Breeders Laws Table of State Dog Leash Laws Table of State Dog Tether Laws
Table of State Great Ape Possession Laws Table of State Laws Concerning Minimum Age for Sale of Puppies Table of State Laws that Protect Animals Left in Parked Vehicles
Table of State Rabies Laws Concerning Cats Table of Veterinary Lien Laws Table of Veterinary Reporting Requirement and Immunity Laws