Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Tennessee SB2133 amends Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include starvation resulting in the death of a livestock animal as a form of aggravated cruelty, classified as a Class E felony. This bill affects individuals who engage in such conduct towards livestock animals. Key provisions include the stipulation that the act must be performed in a depraved and sadistic manner and without justifiable or lawful purpose.
Tennessee SB2133 amends Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include starvation resulting in the death of a livestock animal as a form of aggravated cruelty, classified as a Class E felony. This bill affects individuals who engage in such conduct towards livestock animals. Key provisions include the stipulation that the act must be performed in a depraved and sadistic manner and without justifiable or lawful purpose.
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