The state of Texas has two types of laws protecting animals from cruelty, one being civil laws which says if a person or persons are found guilty of animal cruelty will be ordered by the judge to pay restitution. The second law being criminal says that a person or persons found guilty of animal cruelty might face penalties including fines, jail, or both. If a person under the age 18 is convicted of animal cruelty they will be required to undergo counseling
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