Minnesota § 343.25 - DOCKING HORSES; PENALTY
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 343.25 — DOCKING HORSES; PENALTY, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 343.25. DOCKING HORSES; PENALTY
A person who cuts the bony part of a horse's tail for the purpose of docking it, or who causes or knowingly permits the same to be done upon premises of which the person is owner, lessee, or user, or who assists in the cutting is guilty of a misdemeanor. When a horse is found so cut, upon the premises or in the custody of any person, and the wound resulting is unhealed, that fact shall constitute prima facie evidence that the offense was committed by the person. All fines resulting from complaint made by an officer or agent of any society of this state for the prevention of cruelty to animals for any offense specified in this section shall be paid to the society whose officer or agent made the complaint.
History:
(10445) RL s 5154; 1981 c 53 s 6; 1986 c 444
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 343.25
What does Minnesota Statutes § 343.25 cover?
Section 343.25 ("DOCKING HORSES; PENALTY") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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