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(Animals – Animal Protection – General Provisions) §4-11-11 Shipment of animals into state without certificates of health

1986

Prohibits shipping an animal into the state for resale without a certificate of health accompanying the animal.

Exceptions:  Equines, livestock, birds, rodents and cold-blooded animals.

Misdemeanor:  Maximum imprisonment 12 months; Maximum fine of $1000. 

If the offender is a corporation, maximum $1,000 fine per violation and/or 200-500 hours’ community service.