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| Title |
Author |
Citation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| Frequently Asked Questions on Local Dog Laws | Rebecca F. Wisch | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This article answers some typical questions relating to local dog laws. |
| Brief Introduction to Pet Damages | Rebecca F. Wisch | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This article provides a brief overview of the issues relevant to damages associated with pet loss or injury. Included is a brief discussion of the traditional property status of pets and an examination of typical awards in cases involving injury to pets. |
| FAQ on Service Animals and Air Travel | Rebecca F. Wisch | This is a short explanation of the law and regulations related to service animals on U.S. commercial airlines. | |
| Detailed Discussion of South Carolina Great Ape Laws | Rebecca F. Wisch | Animal Legal & Historical Center | The following article discusses Great Ape law in South Carolina. In the state of South Carolina, there is no specific law that mentions great apes or contains an outright ban on private ownership of great apes. Any protection great apes receive in the state is due to their status as federally-protected endangered species. Regulations issued under the authority of the South Carolina Nongame and Endangered Species Conservation Act ban the possession of federally-listed endangered or threatened species except by scientific or conversation permit issued by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. This would exclude many uses of apes in the private sector. Great apes are generally protected from intentional abuse and neglect under the state’s anti-cruelty law. However, this law excludes certain activities permitted under Title 50 of the state’s fish and game code such as scientific collection and zoological purposes. |
| 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 Overview of Pet Trust Laws | Rebecca F. Wisch | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This brief overview discusses how pet trusts can help owners care for their pets in the event of disability or death. |
| 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. |
| Detailed Discussion of South Dakota Great Ape Laws | Rebecca F. Wisch | Animal Legal & Historical Center | The following article discusses Great Ape law in South Dakota. Generally, in South Dakota, it is unlawful to possess a great ape in the state of South Dakota under the state’s endangered species law. Violation of that chapter is a misdemeanor.In the event that the endangered species law is bridged, South Dakota requires possessors of “captive nondomestic mammals” to obtain a permit. Additionally, great apes are generally protected from intentional abuse and neglect under the state’s anti-cruelty law. The law excludes properly conducted scientific experiments or investigations performed by personnel following guidelines established by the National Institute of Health and the United States Department of Agriculture |
| FAQ: Dogs in Restaurants | Rebecca F. Wisch | Animal Legal & Historical Center | This FAQ explores what states have laws concerning dogs in outdoor dining area of restaurants. As of 2023, 23 states have laws or administrative regulations that allow patrons to bring pet dogs to outdoor dining spaces in restaurants. Some laws require that the local unit of government first enact an ordinance allowing the activity. |