HB192 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

John W. Rogers

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Cockfighting, crimes of, penalties increased, Sec. 13A-12-4 am'd.

Summary

HB192 would raise penalties for cockfighting by changing fines and establishing Class A misdemeanor penalties for those who fight cocks or keep cockpits.

What This Bill Does

The bill amends Section 13A-12-4 to increase penalties for cockfighting. It sets a fine of $20 to $50 for keeping a cockpit or for fighting cocks in a public place, and it establishes that the offense is a Class A misdemeanor with a fine of $100 to $300.

Who It Affects

• Cockpit operators/keepers would face a $20 to $50 fine upon conviction.
• People who fight roosters in public would face a Class A misdemeanor and a $100 to $300 fine upon conviction.

Key Provisions

• Amendment to Section 13A-12-4 to increase penalties for cockfighting.
• Creates two-tier penalty: a $20-$50 fine for keeping a cockpit or fighting cocks in a public place, and a Class A misdemeanor with a $100-$300 fine for the offense.
• Effective date: becomes law on the first day of the third month after passage and governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Crimes and Offenses