The original instrument was prepared by James Benton. The following digest, which
does not constitute a part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by Linda
Nugent.
DIGEST
SB 435 Reengrossed 2016 Regular Session Morrell
Proposed law provides that theft of animals is the misappropriation, killing, or taking of any animal
which belongs to another, either without consent of the other to the misappropriation or taking, or
by means of fraudulent conduct, practices, or representations. An intent to deprive the other
permanently of the animal or an intent to ransom it for the purpose of extorting money or favor is
essential.
Proposed law provides for a penalty of imprisonment for not more than six months or a fine of not
more than $500, or both.
Proposed law provides that if the offender in such a case has been convicted of misdemeanor theft
of an animal two or more times previously, upon any subsequent conviction he will be imprisoned,
with or without hard labor, for not more than two years or may be fined not more than $1,000, or
both.
Proposed law provides that "animal" means any nonhuman living creature except for livestock as
defined in present law.
Effective August 1, 2016.
(Adds R.S. 14:67.30)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Senate Floor Amendments to engrossed bill
1. Replaces the several penalties based on the value of the animal with the penalty of
imprisonment of not more than six months or a fine of not more than $500, or both.