Property Rights + Animal Abuse

Illinois is proposing a court-appointed system of advocates in animal cruelty cases.

The legislation: HB 3995 (2020 | IL)

How would the court appointed animal advocates work?

• The list would be compiled by the Dept. of Agriculture
• It would include pro bono attorneys and law school clinics that can offer pro bono legal services
• The advocate would ” represent the interests of justices regarding the health or safety of the dog or cat”

Opponents say cats and dogs are a property right.

The Hill | Protecting the most vulnerable: A proposed law to create animal advocates