Ever wondered how long the state has to act against criminal animal abusers in California? When it comes to crimes against our furry, feathered, and finned friends, California law can be down-right confusing! And as a result, there’s lots of disinformation out there on this topic. In this post, we pull back the curtain to reveal the statute of limitations (SOL) for animal cruelty charges under California Penal Code Section 597.

It’s wonderful and important that Arizona has plans to eventually require that “all egg-laying hens in this state shall be housed in a cage-free manner,” and “all eggs and egg products sold in this state shall be from hens housed in a cage-free manner.” Unfortunately, however, the Arizona Department of Agriculture has proposed delaying implementation of the cage ban.

People don’t talk about the PACT Act enough.

If you’ve noticed higher prices or empty shelves in the egg aisle recently, you’re not alone. The United States is grappling with one of the worst bird flu outbreaks in history, and it’s taken a huge toll on birds used for eggs.

Legal Impact for Chickens submitted a letter in support of Maryland’s HB 0834, regarding the Confinement of Egg-Laying Hens in Commercial Egg Production. This bill proposes a cage-free egg law, which would benefit hens and humans in the state.

There are some people you meet and will never forget. Mrs. Potts was one of those people.

“You’re not going to eat her?”

Evidence from undercover investigations can be crucial in supporting legal action for animals.

I’d like to introduce you to Ellie, my big, handsome blind rooster and greatest teacher—who taught me more about myself in the last two years than I ever could have thought.

Male chickens are vocal protectors of the flock. Their crow is a sign of maturity and confidence, the literal loudspeaker standing guard over his territory and flock.

Although NPPC is focused on sows, its impact also extends to approximately 40,000,000 hens whose eggs are sold in California annually.

Factory farming involves confining animals in large, crowded spaces, and often subjecting them to inhumane treatment. This practice not only is harmful to the animals, but also can be a liability for businesses that engage in it.

We at LIC look up to each of the previous ACE recommended charities as our animal-saving role models.

Author Ishaan Koratkar is a high-school student and LIC volunteer.

Legal Impact for Chickens is saddened and frustrated by the huge numbers of birds being killed by startlingly inhumane methods in response to the spread of avian influenza in factory farms.

A study conducted in Italy found that young chicks just three to four days old are able to do simple math with numbers five and under.

Meet Alene Anello, the founder & president of Legal Impact for Chickens.