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Eagle Permits Issued Under 50 C.F.R. 22 et seq Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

The Federal Regulations (50 C.F.R. 22 et seq) govern the issuance of permits to take bald or golden eagles.  Only under these proscribed circumstances will permits be issued to take any eagles.  Included among these categories are Indian religious permits, scientific permits, falconry permit, and permits to take inactive golden eagle nests by mining operators (links pdf. versions of these applications are provided in this document). 

Table of Significant Animal-related Cases from 2009 Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This table gives summaries of some of the significant animal-related cases from 2009. Links are provided to the actual text of the cases that are summarized.

Table of State Humane Slaughter Laws Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This table presents an overview of state humane slaughter acts. It includes an examination of the legal methods of slaughter, religious/ritual exemptions, the animals covered, and the penalties for violation.

Animal-Related Laws Passed or Amended in 2009 Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This article provides an overview of animal-related laws passed and/or amendment in 2009.

Detailed Discussion of Utah Great Ape Laws Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center The following article discusses Great Ape law in Utah.Utah does not have a law dealing with great apes, but addresses use and possession through regulations issued under the authority of the state’s Wildlife Resources Code. Additionally, only some great apes are protected under Utah’s anti-cruelty laws. The law prohibits both affirmative acts of cruelty such as torture or unjustified killing, and the failure to provide necessary food, water, care, or shelter for an animal in the person's custody. Exceptions to the definition of “animal” exclude those animals owned or kept by a AZAA accredited zoological park or temporarily in the state as part of a circus or traveling exhibitor licensed by the USDA.
Brief Summary of Landlord Liability for Injury by Tenant's Animals Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This brief overview discusses when and how a landlord may be liable for injuries caused by a tenant's animal. In short, it outlines what constitutes negligence for a landlord in such circumstances for most jurisdictions.

Overview of 2010 Ballot Proposals Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This article provides a summary of the ballot proposals and legislative-referred constitutional amendments from 2010.

How Can I Report Animal Abuse Shown on Social Media? Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center This FAQ discusses the issue of reporting animal cruelty witnessed on a social media website.
Animal-Related Laws Enacted or Amended in 2010 Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This article provides an overview of animal-related laws passed and/or amendment in 2010.

Brief Summary of Dog Bite Laws Rebecca F. Wisch Animal Legal & Historical Center

This brief overview examines the basic provisions of most state dog bite laws, including the traditional elements of negligence and principles of strict liability.

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