This bill introduces a new criminal offense of cruelty to animals in Wyoming, specifically addressing the intentional injury or disability of predatory animals using vehicles. It mandates that individuals who inflict such injuries must make all reasonable efforts to kill the injured animal immediately. Failure to do so will result in a cruelty to animals charge. The bill also increases the maximum fine for a first offense of cruelty to animals from $750 to $1,000 and allows for the suspension of hunting privileges for those convicted under this new provision.

Additionally, the bill authorizes game and fish law enforcement personnel to enforce the new cruelty to animals provisions. It specifies that courts may revoke licenses and suspend privileges related to wildlife for individuals convicted of this offense. The act will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to any incidents occurring on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6-3-1002, 6-3-1004, 6-3-1010, 23-6-206