Kentucky Statutes 525.205 – Assault on a service animal in the second degree
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(1) A person is guilty of assault on a service animal in the second degree when he intentionally and without legal justification or lawful authority causes physical injury to a service animal.
(2) Assault on a service animal in the second degree is a Class B misdemeanor.
For details, see § 532.090
Effective: July 15, 1998
History: Created 1998 Ky. Acts ch. 419, sec. 3, effective July 15, 1998.
(2) Assault on a service animal in the second degree is a Class B misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Kentucky Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 90 days | up to $250 |
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 525.205
- Animal: includes every warm-blooded living creature except a human being. See Kentucky Statutes 446.010
- Service animal: includes a:
(a) "Bomb detection dog" which means a dog that is trained to locate bombs or explosives by scent. See Kentucky Statutes 525.010
Effective: July 15, 1998
History: Created 1998 Ky. Acts ch. 419, sec. 3, effective July 15, 1998.