Details
Started By: Californians Against Dogfighting
Target: Gov. Arnold Schwarzeneger
Deadline: 4/6/2012
Signatures: 70
Signature Goal: 10000
It should be a felony to be a spectator at a dog fighting event. Currently it is only a misdemeanor. How can we possibly stop this thriving underground industry if we do not properly punish the people who are supporting it. California is currently one of 27 states where being a spectator is a misdemeanor. In 21 states it is a felony (and in two states, it is legal). If you are interested in learning more about other states, you can find the information here:
http://www.humanesociety.org/assets/pdfs/animal_fighting/dogfighting_statelaws.pdf
The Petition
Please change the law to make it a felony offense to be a spectator at a dogfight. California is falling behind on this issue as 21 other states have already made this a felony. How can we possibly stop this thriving underground industry if we do not properly punish the people who are supporting it.