Oklahoma criminalizes neglect and cruelty toward animals through statewide statutes that apply to hoarding situations, allowing felony charges for severe neglect of multiple animals.
Under 21 O.S. Sections 1685 through 1700, Oklahoma criminalizes animal cruelty and neglect. Section 1685 makes willful or malicious cruelty a felony punishable by up to five years in prison and $5,000 fine. Section 1685.1 addresses neglect, including failure to provide adequate food, water, shelter, and veterinary care. Animal hoarding situations typically qualify as neglect when conditions cause suffering. Law enforcement and licensed humane officers may seize animals under 21 O.S. Section 1680.4. Cities may prosecute lesser offenses, but state cruelty laws apply universally regardless of location.
Animal cruelty is a felony with up to 5 years prison and $5,000 fine. Neglect carries misdemeanor penalties; aggravated cases escalate to felonies.
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