What is the penalty for failing to provide sustenance?
The minimum fine is $250.00 and could be as much as $1,000.00 for the first offense, for each animal (each count) in the complaint. Additionally, a penalty of 6 days in jail and 30 hours community service could be imposed. A court can also order that the guilty defendant, may not own or keep animals for up to 5 years, the SPCA may inspect, without notice, the guilty defendants’ premises for up to 5 years, or both.
