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Joker’s Law Seeks to Penalize Those Who Harm Police Dogs in Tennessee

Joker’s Law Seeks to Penalize Those Who Harm Police Dogs in Tennessee

by mhessenberger | Oct 16, 2021 | Paws Up/Paws Down

Update (6/12/22): Governor Lee signed Joker’s Law on 6/1/22. The law is effective July 1, 2022. Update (11/4/2021): According to a recent news article, the updated bill language states that convicted individuals will face a Class B felony penalty, resulting in...
Standards for Doghouses Are Being Addressed in Tennessee

Standards for Doghouses Are Being Addressed in Tennessee

by mhessenberger | Jan 24, 2023 | Paws Up/Paws Down

January 23, 2023 Paws Up! Tennessee Senator Jon Lundberg is advocating to create safer outdoor shelters for canine companions exposed to the elements. What do dogs need to live happy and healthy lives? Does food, water, shelter, veterinary care, companionship,...
Update: Individuals Who Intentionally Harm or Kill a Police Dog Will Face Harsher Penalties in TN

Update: Individuals Who Intentionally Harm or Kill a Police Dog Will Face Harsher Penalties in TN

by mhessenberger | Jun 13, 2022 | Paws Up/Paws Down

June 12, 2022 To Governor Lee for signing Joker’s Law to increase the penalties for injuring a police dog In the fall of 2021, Deputy Eduardo Choate and K-9 partner Joker from the Bradley County Sheriff’s Department in Tennessee responded to a robbery...
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