76-6-412.1. Civil remedy for animal theft.
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Effective 5/3/2023
76-6-412.1. Civil remedy for animal theft.
In addition to a criminal penalty under this chapter, an actor who commits theft of a stallion, mare, colt, gelding, cow, heifer, steer, ox, bull, calf, sheep, goat, mule, jack, jenny, swine, poultry, a fur-bearing animal raised for commercial purposes, or a livestock guardian dog, is civilly liable for three times the amount of actual damages, if any sustained by the plaintiff, and for costs of suit and reasonable attorney fees.
Enacted by Chapter 111 , 2023 General Session