Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 822 Subchapter E governs ownership of dangerous wild animals — lions, tigers, bears, primates, and more. Owners must register with their county or city animal-registration agency and meet liability and caging standards.
Subchapter E of Chapter 822 (Sections 822.101–822.116) defines dangerous wild animals to include lions, tigers, ocelots, cougars, leopards, cheetahs, jaguars, bobcats, lynx, servals, caracals, hyenas, bears, coyotes, jackals, baboons, chimpanzees, orangutans, gorillas, and any hybrid of these species. To possess one in Texas, the owner must obtain a certificate of registration, carry at least $100,000 in liability insurance, and maintain enclosures meeting USDA standards. Local animal-registration agencies issue certificates and may inspect facilities. Cities and counties may also prohibit possession entirely within their jurisdiction.
Possession without registration is a Class C misdemeanor; subsequent or aggravated offenses can be Class B misdemeanors with fines up to $2,000 and animal seizure.
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