Indiana Statutes
§ 35-46-3-13 — Removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty
Indiana § 35-46-3-13
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Bluebook
Ind. Code § 35-46-3-13 (2026).
Text
(a)A person who knowingly or intentionally
removes the vocal cords of a trained attack dog commits cruelty to an
animal, a Class A misdemeanor.
(b)It is a defense to a prosecution under this section that the
accused person reasonably believes that the conduct was necessary to
prevent a seriously injured dog from prolonged injury.
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Legislative History
As added by P.L.76-2002, SEC.7.
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