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I cant say that I'm against this but it does seem like it opens things up the neighborhood Karen to get in folks business. I kind of think the regular old Animal Cruelty laws would make this particular thing unnecessary.

https://yellowhammernews.com/alabam...anning-unlawful-dog-tethering-statewide/

The Alabama Legislature gave final approval Wednesday to SB361, known as Beau’s Law, a bill that bans the unlawful tethering of dogs in Alabama, sending it to Governor Kay Ivey for her signature.

The bill, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman), makes it illegal to tether a dog to a stationary object, including trees and poles, without providing adequate shelter, food, or water.

Dogs tethered outside must be provided shelter with a roof, walls, and floors; enough space to stand, lie down, turn around, and stretch; durable and ventilated materials; and access free from accumulated waste, standing water, and debris.

Violations carry escalating criminal penalties. A first offense is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by up to three months in jail. A second offense is a Class B misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in jail and a fine of up to $3,000. A third offense is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $6,000.

If a certified law enforcement officer has probable cause that the law has been violated, they may remove the dog if its life is believed to be in danger or order the owner to provide care at the owner’s expense.