§ 4-1.1-3. Unlawful confinement. [Effective until July 1, 2026.]
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person is guilty of unlawful confinement of a sow or calf if the person is a farm owner or operator who knowingly tethers or confines any sow or calf in a manner that prevents such animal from turning around freely, lying down, standing up, or fully extending the animal’s limbs.
History of Section.P.L. 2012, ch. 275, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 285, § 1.
§ 4-1.1-3. Unlawful confinement. [Effective July 1, 2026.]
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person is guilty of unlawful confinement of a covered animal if the person is a farm owner or operator who knowingly tethers or confines any covered animal in a manner that prevents the animal from turning around freely, lying down, standing up, or fully extending the animal’s limbs.
History of Section.P.L. 2012, ch. 275, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 285, § 1; P.L. 2018, ch. 348, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry
Chapter 4-1.1 - Unlawful Confinement of a Covered Animal
Section 4-1.1-1. - Definitions. [Effective until July 1, 2026.]
Section 4-1.1-2. - Purpose. [Effective until July 1, 2026.]
Section 4-1.1-3. - Unlawful confinement. [Effective until July 1, 2026.]
Section 4-1.1-4. - Exceptions. [Effective until July 1, 2026.]