Current Article VII language increases the fines for violations of our cell phone and texting laws and provides for increased penalties for repeat violations within an 18 - month period. (governor.ny.gov)
• The laws also increase the penalties for those who commit the most serious offences of cruelty against animals. (cats.org.uk)
By increasing the penalty for animal cruelty we are not only working to keep animals safe from harm but we can hopefully have an even bigger impact in the overall efforts to reduce crime. (arlboston.org)