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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 3Ch. 2Art. 5§ 2207 Circus Animal Ban Act

§ 2207 Circus Animal Ban Act

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§ 2207 Circus Animal Ban Act

This law is called the Circus Cruelty Prevention Act and sets rules to stop cruelty to animals in circuses.

Key Takeaways

  • •The act is officially named the Circus Cruelty Prevention Act.
  • •It bans cruel treatment of animals used in circus performances.
  • •Circuses must follow humane standards or they cannot use those animals.

Example

A circus wants to use wild animals like lions and elephants in their shows.

The act forbids using wild animals in ways that cause pain or suffering, so the circus must find a different way to perform without harming the animals.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 2207 Circus Animal Ban Act

This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the Circus Cruelty Prevention Act. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 768, Sec. 1. (SB 313) Effective January 1, 2020.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

Circus Cruelty Prevention ActStats. 2019, Ch. 768, Sec. 1SB 313

Related Statutes

  • § 10880 Quail Refuge Area
  • § 10881 Bolinas Quail Refuge Boundaries
  • § 2208 Circus Performance Definition
  • § 2209 Circus Animal Use Restrictions
  • § 2210 Violation Civil Penalties Enforcement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 2207.
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