- (a) This section does not apply to a performance that takes place at a nonmobile, permanent institution or other fixed facility, provided that the covered animal is not transported to the institution or facility for a period of less than 60 days for the sole purpose of a performance.
- (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person may not allow for the performance of a covered animal in a traveling animal act.
- (c) A person who violates this section is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $2,000 per violation.
(d) The provisions of this section may be enforced by:
- (1) A State or local law enforcement officer; or
- (2) The local animal control authority for the jurisdiction where the violation occurs.
Added by Acts 2024, c. 596, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2024; Acts 2024, c. 597, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2024.