Broad Exemptions in Animal-Cruelty Statutes Unconstitutionally Deny Equal Protection of the Law
Reppy Jr., William A.
Abstract
This article considers the history, interpretation, and constitutionality of statutory exemptions that preclude prosecution either for misdemeanor or felony violation of North Carolina's criminal animal-cruelty statute, section 14-3601 of the General Statutes, in nine situations.