![]() ![]() Georgia also has a mandatory minimum of one year in jail up with a maximum of up to five. Idaho gives a sentence of not less than 5 years in state prison. In Rhode Island, conviction results in imprisonment for not less than 7 years up to 20 years. ![]() One striking fact is the range of possible sentences under the laws. States are somewhat split between categorizing first offenses misdemeanors or felonies (23 misdemeanor and 25 felony, which also depends on severity of conduct and injury to the animal in states like Nevada and Texas). New Mexico and West Virginia as well as the District of Columbia, do not have laws addressing this conduct. Most states (about 48) have some provision that criminalizes engaging in sexual conduct with animals. This table details state laws prohibiting sexual conduct between humans and animals. These laws may also require the perpetrator to undergo psychological counseling and may restrain future ownership of animals. Subsequent convictions may result in enhanced penalties in many states (felony offenses for second or subsequent convictions). States are somewhat split between categorizing first offenses misdemeanors or felonies (23 misdemeanor, 25 felony, depending on severity of conduct in states like Nevada and Texas). Currently, New Mexico and West Virginia lack such a law. The majority of states (about 48) have some provision that criminalizes engaging in sexual conduct with animals. ![]() ![]()
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