The bill amends and reenacts certain provisions of Louisiana's law regarding dogfighting, specifically R.S. 14:102.5. It introduces new legal definitions and evidence admissibility related to dogfighting, including the definition of a "bait dog" as a dog used to train another dog to be more aggressive for fighting purposes. The bill specifies that the possession or use of a bait dog is now admissible as evidence of dogfighting activities. Additionally, it establishes a new minimum fine for dogfighting offenses, increasing it from one thousand dollars to five thousand dollars.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that owning or possessing a former bait dog for rehabilitative care is not prohibited under this law. This change aims to address the treatment of dogs previously used in fighting while strengthening the penalties associated with dogfighting activities. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the legal framework surrounding dogfighting in Louisiana, emphasizing the seriousness of the crime and the need for rehabilitative measures for affected animals.