Hawaii Revised Statutes 711-1109.35 – Cruelty to animals by fighting dogs in the second degree
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Attorney's Note
Under the Hawaii Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
“Bait dog” means a live animal used to train or prepare dogs for a dogfight.
“Device” means both animate and inanimate objects and includes live animals used as bait dogs.
“Dogfight” means a dog or dogs pitted against another dog or dogs with the intent that the encounter will result in injury to one or more of the dogs.
“Wager” means staking or risking something of value on the outcome of a dogfight.