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Wednesday, January 9, 2008
Lillian's Law - Texas State Dangerous Dog Law
House Bill 1355 (Lillian’s Law) is a tough new dog bite law that took effect in the state of Texas in 2007. Under Lillian's Law, the owner of a dog that causes injury or death can be prosecuted if the owner is found to be "criminally negligent" in failing to prevent the dog from escaping. The third-degree felony charge can bring a sentence of 2 to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. If the victim dies, a dog owner can be charged with a second-degree felony, which could bring up to 20 years in prison.
The law stems after a violent attack by a gang of pit bull mixes killed Lillian Stiles while gardening. Lillian's family and friends were shocked to learn after her death that Texas laws do not, in most cases, hold the dog's owner responsible for injuries, even deaths, caused by their dogs. They gathered and formed a group Texas Families Against Dangerous Dogs and succeeded in passing new legislation that allows criminal recourse for victims.
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