The bill titled "Fargo's, Hyco's, Rico's, Coba's, Wick's, and Mikka's Law" aims to amend Article 11 of Chapter 3, Title 47 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which addresses the mistreatment of police dogs and horses. The proposed changes expand the definition of prohibited conduct to include a wider range of actions that can harm these animals, such as taunting, tormenting, and administering harmful substances. The bill also increases the penalties for violations, establishing fines ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 for misdemeanors and $2,000 to $20,000 for felonies, along with potential imprisonment. Additionally, it mandates restitution to the law enforcement agency for the costs associated with restoring or replacing the injured or killed animals.

Furthermore, the bill introduces technical changes to clarify the legal language and ensure that the penalties are appropriately enforced. It specifies that individuals convicted of felonies under this law may also be sentenced to one year of animal-related community service. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor, and it includes provisions to ensure that any pending actions or rights under the previous law remain unaffected by these amendments.