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Can a person be imprisoned for keeping a vicious animal?

April 26, 2017Animal imprisoned keeping person vicious

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Can a person be imprisoned for keeping a vicious animal?

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Yes, there have been numerous instances where people have been criminally convicted for knowingly owning dangerous animals. In some instances, owners have been found guilty of murder when an animal’s attack killed another person. Sentences have ranged from severe fines to significant jail time.