Animal Legal Issues.

Catalog description

Students examine federal and Texas State laws that affect animal agriculture, animal uses, trade and ownership. The difference between criminal, civil and tort law will be discussed, as well as the differences between written and case law. The importance of clear and precise laws will be discussed as well as animal owner’s rights when accused of a violation of cruelty laws. This course is an introduction into an array of laws to give the student a better understanding of how the legal system works and how and what laws may affect them in the animal industry. Prerequisite: ANSC 1319 with a grade of C or better and Junior standing.