Maine Revised Statutes Title 17 Sec. 1035 – Necessary sustenance
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No person owning or responsible for confining or impounding any animal may fail to supply the animal with a sufficient supply of food and water as prescribed in this section. [PL 1987, c. 383, §4 (NEW).]
1. Food. The food shall be of sufficient quantity and quality to maintain all animals in good health.
[PL 1987, c. 383, §4 (NEW).]
Attorney's Note
Under the Maine Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class D crime | up to 1 year | up to $2,000 |
Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 17 Sec. 1035
- Animal: means every living, sentient creature not a human being. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 17 Sec. 1011
- Person: means an individual, corporation, partnership, association or any other legal entity. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 17 Sec. 1011
2. Water. If potable water is not accessible to the animal at all times, it must be provided daily and in sufficient quantity for the health of the animal. Snow or ice is not an adequate water source.
[PL 1999, c. 254, §22 (AMD).]
3. Penalty. Failure to provide a sufficient supply of food or water is a Class D crime.
[PL 1999, c. 254, §23 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 383, §4 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 254, §§22,23 (AMD).