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Table of Contents
List of Illustrations
Guide
Pages
Animal Cruelty Investigations: A Collaborative Approach from Victim to Verdict™
List of Contributors. Editors
Contributors
Preface
Acknowledgments. General Acknowledgments
Linda Fielder’s Acknowledgments
Emily Lewis’ Acknowledgments
Dr. Kris Otteman’s Acknowledgments
About the Companion Website
1 Introduction
1.1 Making the Most of This Resource. 1.1.1 How to Use This Book
1.1.2 Roadmap
1.2 Why Definitions Are Important
1.3 Terms and Phrases: Animal Cruelty Cases
1.3.1 Animal
1.3.2 Active Animal Cruelty
1.3.3 Passive Animal Cruelty
1.3.4 Good Animal Husbandry
1.3.5 Mandatory Reporting
1.4 Terms and Phrases: Veterinary Medicine. 1.4.1 Acute
1.4.2 Bright, Alert, and Responsive (BAR)
1.4.3 Blunt Force Trauma
1.4.4 Body Condition Score (BCS)
1.4.5 CBC/Chemistry
1.4.6 Chronic
1.4.7 Easy Keeper
1.4.8 Lividity
1.4.9 Necropsy
1.4.10 Nonaccidental Injury or Death
1.4.11 PE
1.4.12 Predation
1.4.13 Radiographs
1.4.14 Rigor
1.4.15 Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan (SOAP) Note
1.4.16 Stereotypic Behavior
1.4.17 Unremarkable
1.4.18 Veterinary Forensics
1.5 Terms and Phrases: Law Enforcement and Field Services. 1.5.1 Affidavit
1.5.2 Chain of Custody
1.5.3 Citation
1.5.4 Civilian
1.5.5 Custodial
1.5.6 Evidence
1.5.7 Interview
1.5.8 Miranda
1.5.9 Officer Safety
1.5.10 Probable Cause
1.5.11 Protective Custody
1.5.12 Public Information Officer (PIO)
1.5.13 Reasonable Suspicion
1.5.14 Reporting Party
1.5.15 Risk Assessment
1.5.16 Search Warrant
1.5.17 Seizure
1.5.18 Suspect
1.5.19 Third‐Party Owner
1.5.20 Witness
1.6 Terms and Phrases: Criminal Law. 1.6.1 Alford Plea
1.6.2 Arraignment
1.6.3 Authentication
1.6.4 Brady Material
1.6.5 Brief
1.6.6 Charging Enhancement
1.6.7 Charging Information
1.6.8 Defendant
1.6.9 Diversion
1.6.10 Expert Witness
1.6.11 Forfeiture
1.6.11.1 Preconviction Forfeiture
1.6.11.2 Postconviction Forfeiture
1.6.12 Foreclosure
1.6.13 Grand Jury
1.6.14 Hearing
1.6.15 Judgment
1.6.16 Lay Witness
1.6.17 Lien
1.6.18 Mental State
1.6.18.1 Criminal Negligence
1.6.18.2 Recklessly
1.6.18.3 Knowingly
1.6.18.4 Purposefully or Intentionally
1.6.19 Motion
1.6.20 No Contest
1.6.21 Plea Bargain/Agreement
1.6.22 Pretrial Hearing
1.6.23 Possession Ban
1.6.24 Probation
1.6.24.1 Bench Probation
1.6.24.2 Supervised Probation
1.6.25 Release Order
1.6.26 Restitution
1.6.27 Sentencing
1.6.28 Stipulate
1.6.29 Testimony
1.6.30 Trial
1.6.30.1 Bench Trial
1.6.30.2 Jury Trial
1.6.31 Victim
1.6.32 Voir Dire
1.7 Looking Ahead
References
Notes
2 Animal Basics
2.1 The History of the Five Freedoms and Their Impact on Animal Welfare Laws
2.2 Veterinarians as Experts in the Field
2.3 With So Many Species, Where to Begin?
2.4 Defining Animals by Category
2.5 Animal Basics by Species
2.5.1 Hoofstock
2.5.2 Equine
2.5.3 Feline (Domestic Cats)
2.5.4 Canine (Domestic Dogs)
2.5.5 Small Mammals (Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Mice, Rats, Ferrets)
2.5.6 Avian
2.5.7 Poultry
2.5.8 Reptiles
2.5.9 Unusual Exotics
2.6 Basics That Apply to All Animals
2.7 Putting Your Basic Knowledge to Work
References
3 Fundamentals of All Cases
3.1 Interdisciplinary Roles
3.2 Environment
3.3 Sanitation
3.3.1 Some Considerations Regarding Sanitation. 3.3.1.1 Stalls, Kennel Runs, Litterboxes
3.3.1.2 Ammonia/Urine
3.3.1.3 Contaminated/Spoiled Food, Dirty Food, and Water Receptacles
3.4 Food and Water
3.4.1 Assessment of Food and Water. 3.4.1.1 Accessibility
3.4.1.2 Type and Amount
3.5 Nutrition
3.6 Documentation
3.7 Body Condition
3.8 Documenting Body Condition
3.9 Dental, Foot, and Hoof Care
3.10 Veterinary Care, Medications, and Treatment
3.11 Nonaccidental Injury and Trauma
3.12 The Link Between Animal Cruelty and Crimes Against Humans
3.13 Emergency Issues
References
Note
4 Initial Investigation and Assessment
4.1 Types of Reports
4.2 Anonymous Reports
4.3 Required Information
4.4 Response Triage
4.5 Legitimate or Not? How to Decide
4.6 Responding to Calls: Initial Site Visit. 4.6.1 Using All Your Senses
4.6.2 Attempting Contact: No One Home/No Answer
4.6.3 Attempting Contact: Responsible Party Is Not Home/Is Unavailable
4.6.4 Attempting Contact: Owner Is Home/Contact Successful
4.6.5 Attempting Contact: Owner Is Uncooperative
4.6.6 Unable to Make Contact
4.6.7 Exigent Circumstances
4.6.8 Cross‐Reporting and Other Vulnerable Individuals
5 Witness and Subject Interviewing
5.1 Preparation for the Interview
5.2 Interview Location and Setting
5.3 Miranda and Consent
5.4 Building Rapport
5.5 Ask Clear and Direct Open‐Ended Questions
5.6 Suspect Interviews
5.7 Reading Body Language and Detecting Deception
5.8 Confessions
5.9 Ending the Interview
5.10 Documenting the Interview
5.11 Additional Resources and Training
References
Note
6 The Veterinarian's Role in Animal Cruelty Investigations
6.1 The Veterinarian is an Important Partner in Animal Cruelty Investigations
6.2 The Veterinarian's Oath
Box 6.1 Veterinarian's Oath
6.3 How Veterinary Forensics Differs from Traditional Veterinary Medicine
6.4 Veterinary Confidentiality and Medical Records Requests
6.5 Public Information Considerations
Box 6.2 Case Example
6.6 Conflicts of Interest
6.7 Be Familiar with the Laws
6.8 How to Find and Build Knowledge in the Area of Animal Law
6.9 Understand What the Prosecutor and Law Enforcement Need to Know. 6.9.1 Animal Neglect
6.9.2 Animal Abuse
6.10 How Animal Cruelty Investigations Surface and Become Active Cases
References
7 The Veterinary Exam and Treatment Plan
7.1 Request and Review Evidentiary Material
7.2 Initial Steps
7.2.1 Relevant History. 7.2.1.1 History of Ownership of the Animal and Animal Identification
7.2.1.2 Medical History and Care Provided
7.2.2 Overview of the Physical Exam Process for Live Animals
7.2.2.1 Preparing for the Exam
7.2.2.2 Important Guidance for Photographing Examination Findings
7.2.2.3 The Physical Exam: Quality, Consistency, and Efficiency
7.3 Examination Key Elements
7.3.1 Section A: Documentation, Identification, Examination. 7.3.1.1 Animal Identification
7.3.1.2 Begin Photographic Documentation and Continue Throughout Process
7.3.1.3 Physical Exam Findings
7.3.1.4 Radiographic Examination
7.3.1.5 Body Condition Score
7.3.1.6 Injuries
7.3.1.7 Use Sight and Smell
7.3.1.8 Coat Condition and External Parasites
7.3.1.9 Feet, Claws, Paws, Hooves
7.3.1.10 Oral Exam
7.3.1.11 Sample Collection
7.3.2 Section B: Behavior Observations
Box 7.1 Example
7.3.3 Section C: Evaluating Pain
7.3.4 Section D: Additional Diagnostics
Box 7.2 Example
7.3.4.1 Other Tests or Screenings
7.3.4.2 DNA Analysis
7.3.5 Section E: Special Considerations. 7.3.5.1 Evidence Packaging
7.3.5.2 Multi‐Animal Cases
7.3.5.3 Animals That Cannot Be Handled Safely
7.3.5.4 Diagrams
7.3.6 Section F: Documentation. 7.3.6.1 Tips for Summarizing Overall Findings
Box 7.3 Example
Box 7.4 Example
7.3.6.2 The Veterinarian's Report and Conclusion
Box 7.5 Examples
Box 7.6 Example
7.4 Ongoing Responsibilities of the Veterinarian
7.4.1 Treatment Plans
7.4.2 Recheck Exams
Box 7.7 Example
7.4.3 Supplemental Reports and Updates to Case Partners
7.4.4 Emergency Treatment, Euthanasia, and Necropsy Decisions
7.4.5 Documentation of Cost of Care
7.4.6 Conclusion: Bringing it All Together
References
8 Setting Expectations and Monitoring Compliance
8.1 Education and Guidance vs. Citation
8.2 Passive Neglect and Lack of Resources
8.3 Education
8.4 Setting Expectations
8.5 What You Can and Cannot Require
8.6 Conducting Rechecks
8.7 What If Nothing Improves or Conditions Worsen?
8.8 What About Animal Hoarders?
References
9 Search Warrants and Seizures
9.1 Exceptions to the Warrant Requirement in Animal Cruelty Cases
9.1.1 Consent
9.1.2 Exigent Circumstances
9.1.3 Emergency Aid
9.1.4 Plain View
9.2 Prewarrant Considerations
9.2.1 Standard Considerations. 9.2.1.1 Guard Dogs
9.2.1.2 Cohabitators
9.2.1.3 Picture of the Property
9.2.2 Considerations Unique to Animal Cruelty Cases
9.2.2.1 Timing
9.2.2.2 Species Variety
9.2.2.3 Number of Crime Scenes
9.2.2.4 Time of Year
9.2.2.5 Third‐Party Animal Owners
9.2.2.6 Safety Plan
9.3 Drafting of the Affidavit and Search Warrant
9.3.1 Introduction
9.3.2 Training and Experience
9.3.3 Telling the Story
9.3.4 Articulate Probable Cause for the Crime(s)
9.3.5 What to Request to Seize
9.3.6 Where to Request to Search
9.3.6.1 Small Spaces
9.3.6.2 Above and Below Ground
9.3.6.3 Outbuildings
9.3.6.4 Vehicles
9.3.7 Who Will Participate
9.3.8 What Laws to Reference and How
9.3.9 Prosecutor Role
9.3.10 Taking It to the Judge
9.4 Before You Serve the Warrant
9.4.1 Aerial Maps
9.4.2 Plan Your Process (Expect It to Change)
9.4.3 The Little Things
9.4.4 Prepare for the Unexpected
9.4.5 Multijurisdictional Partnerships
9.4.5.1 Placement of Animals
9.4.5.2 Storage of Evidence
9.4.5.3 Unexpected Species
9.4.5.4 Clarity of Expectations
9.4.6 Confirm Veterinary and Animal Handler Experts
9.4.7 Plan for Known Aggressive Animals
9.4.8 Assess Need for Personal Protective Equipment
Box 9.2 A Note to Veterinarians. Prepare to Assist with Warrant Service
9.5 Preservice Briefing
9.6 Serving the Warrant
9.6.1 Serving the Warrant
9.6.2 Scene Processing
9.6.2.1 Initial Walk‐Through
Box 9.3 Case Example
9.6.2.2 Veterinarian's Role: Initial Walk‐Through
9.7 Start Documenting the Scene. 9.7.1 Temperature
9.7.2 Map
9.7.3 Initial Scene Video
9.8 System for Evidence Documentation and Processing
9.8.1 Document Conditions
9.8.2 Separate Crime Scenes
9.9 Processing the Animals
9.9.1 Veterinarian's Role: Animal Processing on Scene
9.9.2 Order of Removal
9.9.3 Process of Removal
Box 9.4 Tip
9.10 Forms
9.10.1 Property in Custody Form
9.10.2 Camera Log
9.10.3 Habitat Evaluation Form
9.10.4 Transport Inventory
9.10.5 Notice Language
9.10.6 Confidentiality Forms
9.10.7 Relinquishment Forms
9.10.8 Scene Access Log
9.10.9 Evidence Placards
9.10.10 Chain of Custody Forms
9.11 Discovering Evidence of Other Crimes
9.12 The First 24 Hours After the Search Warrant Execution
9.12.1 Veterinarian's Role: Immediately Post Warrant Service
9.12.2 The Paperwork. 9.12.2.1 Warrant Return
9.12.2.2 Chain of Custody Documentation in Place
9.12.2.3 Paperwork Generated by the Warrant Service
9.12.2.4 Notice About Reports
9.12.2.5 The Animals
9.12.2.6 Media Plan
References
Notes
10 Evidence Collection
10.1 What is Evidence?
10.2 How Evidence in Animal Cruelty Cases Differs from Traditional Property Crimes
10.2.1 Nonliving Evidence
10.2.1.1 Paperwork
10.2.1.2 Medication
10.2.1.3 Husbandry Supplies
10.2.1.4 Habitats
10.2.1.5 Electronics
10.2.1.6 Deceased Animals
10.2.1.7 Where and How to Look for Relevant Nonliving Evidence
10.2.2 Living Evidence
10.2.2.1 Which Animals Are Evidence?
10.2.2.2 Options if Not Seizing All the Animals
10.2.3 Where and How to Look for Live Animal Evidence
10.3 How to Package the Evidence
10.3.1 What Is Chain of Custody?
10.3.2 Nonliving Evidence. 10.3.2.1 Paperwork
10.3.2.2 Food Samples
10.3.2.3 Water Samples
10.3.2.4 Tissue Samples
10.3.2.5 Fecal Samples
10.3.2.6 Medication
10.3.2.6.1 Medication for an Existing Life‐Threatening Condition
10.3.2.7 Mats
10.3.2.8 Restraints (Collars, Leashes, Halters, Ropes)
10.3.2.9 DNA. 10.3.2.9.1 Human
10.3.2.9.2 Animal
10.3.2.10 Animal Remains
10.3.2.11 Animal Organs, Bones, Body Parts
10.3.3 Living Evidence. 10.3.3.1 Labeling and Evidence Identifiers
10.3.3.2 Photographing on the Scene
10.3.3.3 Property in Custody Form
10.3.3.4 Chain of Custody
10.3.3.5 When an Evidence Animal Requires an Emergency Response
10.3.3.6 Pregnant Evidence Animals
10.3.3.7 Evidence Animals That Cannot Be Touched or Handled
10.3.3.8 Aquatic Evidence Animals
10.3.3.9 When an Evidence Animal Bites
10.3.3.10 Euthanizing Evidence Animals
10.4 What to Do with Evidence Until Trial. 10.4.1 Nonliving Evidence. 10.4.1.1 Evaluation and Documentation After Seizure
10.4.1.2 Defendant's Access
10.4.2 Live Evidence. 10.4.2.1 Duties and Expectations for Holding Live Evidence
10.4.2.2 Is All Paperwork Associated with Ongoing Care of the Animal Evidence?
10.4.2.3 Is Recovery Considered Evidence?
10.4.2.4 Third‐Party Owners
10.4.2.5 Defendant's Access
10.5 Evidence at Trial. 10.5.1 Nonliving Evidence
10.5.2 Living Evidence
10.6 Evidence After Trial
10.6.1 Nonliving Evidence. 10.6.1.1 Timeframes for Retention
10.6.1.2 Notice to Defendants
10.6.1.3 Disposal Methods
10.6.1.4 Use at Shelter or Donation to Shelter
10.6.2 Living Evidence
10.6.2.1 Third‐Party Owners
10.6.2.2 Adoptions
10.6.3 Conclusion
References
Notes
11 Veterinary Forensic Necropsy
11.1 How a Forensic Necropsy is Different
11.2 The Importance of the Forensic Necropsy
11.3 Necropsy at the Owner's Request
11.4 Packaging and Storing Remains Prior to Necropsy
11.5 Forensic Necropsy Equipment and Protocols
11.6 Case History
11.7 Preparing to Perform the Necropsy. 11.7.1 The Importance of an Assistant
11.7.2 Crime Scene Evaluation
11.7.3 Photography
11.7.4 Video
11.7.5 Medical Notes, Forms, and Templates
11.7.6 Necropsy Tools and Equipment
11.7.7 Forensic Necropsy
11.7.7.1 Step 1 Initial Exam of Remains and Accompanying Materials
11.7.7.2 Step 2 Diagnostic Imaging
Box 11.2 Example
11.7.7.3 Step 3 Plan for Diagnostics
Microscopic Findings
Box 11.3 Example
11.7.7.4 Step 4 External Exam
11.7.7.5 Step 5 Internal Exam
Oral Cavity, Ears, Integument, and Subcutaneous Exam
Neck
Thorax and Abdomen
Head
Extremities
Bruising
Fractures
Gunshot Wounds and Projectile/Penetrating Injuries
Sharp Force Injury
Blunt Force Injury
Box 11.4 Example
Puncture Wounds
Injuries with Patterns
Burns
Drowning
Suspected Sexual Abuse
Starvation/Emaciation
Strangulation
11.7.7.6 Step 6 Storage of Remains after Necropsy. Disposition of Remains
For More Information
11.8 The Necropsy Report
11.8.1 Heading
11.8.2 Introduction and Narrative Section
11.8.3 Findings Section
Box 11.5 Example
Box 11.6 Example
Box 11.7 Example
11.8.4 Summary Section
11.8.5 Conclusion Section and Final Veterinary Opinion
11.8.6 Referencing the Law
Box 11.8 Examples
Box 11.9 Examples
11.8.7 Signature and Attachments
Box 11.10 Example
11.9 Next Steps
11.10 An Important Reminder
References
12 Report Writing
12.1 Introduction
12.2 General Principles
12.2.1 Organization: Headings and Chronological Order
12.2.2 Topic Sentences
12.2.3 Passive Voice
12.2.4 Proofread
12.2.5 Jargon
12.2.6 Quoting
12.3 Crime Report
12.3.1 Include Sensory Details
12.3.2 Include Statements from Individual Co‐Suspects
12.3.3 Explain Where You Are Physically
12.3.4 Document Delivery of Warnings or Notices
12.3.5 Include Behavior of the Animals
12.3.6 Investigator Notebooks
12.4 Veterinarian Reports
12.4.1 Initial Veterinary Report
12.4.2 Crime Scene
12.4.3 Description of Victim Animal Population
12.4.4 Physical Exam Findings
12.4.5 Photos
12.4.6 Terminology and Laymen's Terms
12.4.7 Conclusion
12.4.8 Necropsy Report
12.4.9 Supplemental Veterinary Reports
12.5 Witness Statements. 12.5.1 Who Generates?
12.5.2 Generate Quickly
12.5.3 Form
12.5.4 What to Include
12.6 The Case Packet. 12.6.1 Importance
12.6.2 Process
12.6.3 What to Include and Why
12.6.4 Miscellaneous Suggestions
12.7 Conclusion
13 Protective Custody (Live Animals)
13.1 The Challenge of Live Animal Evidence
13.2 The First 24 Hours
13.3 Know Your Agency's Capacity
13.4 Facility Set‐Up and Security
13.5 Training Staff and Confidentiality
13.6 Paperwork and Record Keeping
13.6.1 Veterinary Exam Forms
13.6.2 Protective Custody Sign In/Out Form
13.6.3 Other Logs and Records
13.7 Providing Security Without Isolation
13.8 Foster Care and Offsite Boarding
13.9 Routine and Emergency Veterinary Care
13.10 Death in Care and Euthanasia Considerations
13.11 Offspring Born in Care
13.12 Conclusion
References
14 Media and Fundraising
14.1 Media Coverage
14.1.1 Types of Media Coverage
14.1.1.1 Print News
14.1.1.2 Television News
14.1.1.3 Radio
14.1.1.4 Social Media/Internet
14.1.2 Objectives in Media Coverage
14.1.2.1 For Law Enforcement or Investigating Agencies
14.1.2.2 For Animal Care Agencies
14.1.2.3 For Veterinarians
14.1.2.4 For Media
14.1.3 Defendant's Rights
14.1.4 Risks in Media Coverage
14.1.5 Existing Guidelines. 14.1.5.1 For Media
14.1.5.2 For Law Enforcement
14.1.5.3 For Veterinarians
14.1.5.4 For Prosecutors
14.1.5.5 For Animal Shelters/Rescues/Sanctuaries
14.1.6 Different Phases of the Case
14.1.6.1 Report Made, Beginning of Investigation
14.1.6.2 Ongoing Investigation into Chronic Issue
14.1.6.3 Search Warrants
During Execution of the Warrant
Immediately After the Search Warrant Execution
14.1.6.4 After Citation or Arrest
14.1.6.5 Pending Trial
14.1.6.6 During Trial
14.1.6.7 After Trial
14.2 Handling Negative Press
14.3 Internal Communications Policy
14.4 Fundraising
14.4.1 Why Is Fundraising Necessary?
14.4.2 Vulnerabilities Created by Fundraising
14.4.3 Traditional Methods of Fundraising
14.4.4 Timing
14.4.5 Fundraising and Restitution
14.4.6 Guidelines for Necessary Fundraising
14.4.6.1 Do Not Use Active Cases
Box 14.1 Example
14.4.6.2 Wishlists
14.4.6.3 National Organizations
14.4.6.4 Funding from Law Enforcement
14.4.6.5 Specific Donor Asks
14.4.6.6 Designated Fund for Future Cases
References
Notes
15 Forfeiture, Surrender, and Related Legal Remedies
15.1 Seized Animals and Reasonable Minimum Care
15.2 The Impact of Seizure Expenses – and Responsive Solutions
Box 15.1 Legal Approaches
15.3 Voluntary Relinquishment
15.4 The Seized Animal as Contraband
15.5 Preconviction Forfeiture
15.6 Preconviction Forfeiture: Bond‐or‐Forfeit Statutes
15.7 Bond‐or‐Forfeit Statute Examples
15.8 Bond‐or‐Forfeit Statutes Are Constitutionally Compliant
15.9 Restitution
15.10 Forfeiture via Sentencing
15.11 Cost‐of‐Care Liens
15.12 Conclusion
References
Notes
16 Trial
16.1 Trials: An Overview
16.2 The Players
16.2.1 The Prosecutor
16.2.2 The Judge
16.2.3 The Fact Finder
16.2.4 The Defendant
16.2.5 The Defense Attorney
Box 16.1 Sidebar. Defendants' Rights
16.2.6 The Witnesses
16.2.7 The Burden of Proof
16.3 How a Typical Criminal Case Gets to Trial
Box 16.2 Case Flow Chart. How a Typical Criminal Case Gets to Trial
16.4 Pretrial Matters. 16.4.1 Motions
16.4.1.1 Motions Related to Release Conditions
16.4.1.2 Motion to Forfeit/Return Seized Property
16.4.1.3 Demurrer/Motion to Dismiss
16.4.1.4 Motion for Change of Venue
16.4.1.5 Motion to Exclude/Sequester Witnesses
16.4.1.6 Motion in Limine/Motion to Suppress
16.4.2 Jury Selection
16.5 The Trial
16.5.1 Opening Statements
Box 16.3 Sidebar. Coming to Court: Behavior and Demeanor
16.5.2 Presentation of Evidence
16.5.3 Motion for a Judgment of Acquittal
16.5.4 Closing Arguments
16.5.5 The Verdict
16.5.6 Sentencing
Box 16.4 Tips. More Tips For Testifying. The Golden Rule: Tell The Truth!
The Three Answers
Know Your Exhibits
Listen to the Question, Pause, Answer the Question
Direct Examination vs. Cross‐Examination vs. Redirect vs. Recross
Objection!
Release of Witnesses/Rebuttal Witnesses
16.5.7 Appeals
16.6 Topics for Prosecutors
16.6.1 The Training Gap
16.6.2 Private Lab Problems
16.6.3 Questioning Experts
16.6.4 Jury Selection
16.6.5 Sentencing
16.6.6 Animal Legal Defense Fund
16.7 Conclusion
Note
Introduction to the Appendix. Appendix A
Appendices B–D
Appendix A: Specific Case Protocols
Type of Case
Case: Failure to Provide Veterinary Care
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Emaciation, Starvation
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Animal Hoarding
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Substandard Breeding or Rescue Operation
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Blunt Force Trauma: Victim Dies
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Blunt Force Trauma: Victim Lives
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Sharp Force Injuries
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Gunshot Wounds
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Mutilated or Skinned Animal
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Burned Animal: Victim Dies
A11.1 Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Burned Animal: Victim Lives
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Sexual Assault of An Animal
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Drowning
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Poisoning
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Heat Stroke/Hyperthermia
Investigator
A16.2 Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Cockfighting
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Case: Dogfighting
Investigator
Veterinarian
Animal Care
Prosecutor
Resources and References
Appendix B: Forms and Checklists
Minimum Care Checklist
Multi-Animal Site Visit Report
On Scene Habitat Evaluation
Large Animal Premises Inspection Report
Action Notice
Animal Cruelty Case Consent to Search Form
Animal Cruelty Case Relinquishment Form
Medical Exam Equipment Checklist
Veterinary Forensic Exam Form
Game Cock Physical Evaluation Form
Necropsy Exam Notes Form
Animal Observation Chart (Appetite, Elimination, and Weight)
Live Evidence Tracking Form
Live Animal Evidence Tracking Continuation Page
Nonliving Evidence Tracking Form
Nonliving Evidence Tracking Continuation Page
Crime Scene Access Log
Crime Scene Processing Roles and Responsibilities
Evidence Placard
Evidence Transport Inventory and Tracker
Transport Vehicle Log
Case Animal Intake Checklist
Affidavit and Search Warrant Drafting Checklist
Crime Scene Processing Supply List
Camera Log
Property in Custody and Evidence Receipt
Case Submission Checklist
Case Submission Inventory
Case Timeline
Witness List
Costs-of-Care Lien Foreclosure Checklist
Example Forfeiture Hearing Checklist
Example Forfeiture Hearing Checklist (Oregon)
Appendix C: Templates and Agreements
Memorandum of Understanding Template
Communications–Media Policy Template
Purpose
Policy
Guidelines
Procedure
Confidentiality Agreement
Statement of Confidentiality
Protective Custody Foster Care Agreement
Sample Veterinary Clinic Reporting Policy/Protocol
Sample Veterinary Clinic Reporting Policy/Protocol
Summary Vet Report
Scene Processing Witness Report
Animal Cruelty Affidavit Template
In The State of [Insert State] for The County of [Insert County]
Animal Cruelty Search Warrant Template
Animal Cruelty Warrant Return Template
In The Circuit Court of the State of [insert state] for The County of [insert county]
Bill of Sale and Relinquishment of Animal Ownership Template
Bill of Sale and Relinquishment of Animal Ownership Template (in lieu of foreclosure under [insert statute if applicable])
Forfeiture Petition Template
In The Circuit Court of the State of [insert state]for the County of [insert county]
Forfeiture Order Template
In The Circuit Court of the State of [insert state] for the County of [insert county]
Lien Foreclosure Notice Document Template
Notice is hereby given that:
Sample Newspaper Notice Ad Template for Lien Foreclosure
Sample Newspaper Notice Ad Template for Lien Foreclosure Sale
Script Template for Lien Foreclosure Sale
Script Template for Lien Foreclosure Sale. Introduction
Conduct the Sale
Conclusion
Notice Letter of Future Discovery Template
Template: Notice Letter of Future Discovery
Restitution Cover Letter Template
Template: Restitution Cover Letter
Restitution Waiver Template
Template: Restitution Waiver
Request for Live Animal Evidence Disposition Template
Template: Request for Live Animal Evidence Disposition
Appendix D: Resources
Investigations Triage Matrix (Example)
Investigations Triage Matrix (Example)
Guidance for Compliance/Recheck Planning
Guidance for Compliance/Recheck Planning
Animal Cruelty Case Field Operations Structure
Animal Crime Scene Processing Roles
Animal Crime Scene Processing Roles
Outline for Conducting Search Warrant Briefing
Outline for Conducting Search Warrant Briefing
Outline
Evidence in Animal Cruelty Cases
Evidence in Animal Cruelty Cases
Examples of on Scene Veterinary Assessments
Examples of On Scene Veterinary Assessments. Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
Example 4
Language Options for Adoption Contracts
Options for Adoption Contract Clauses for Animal from Criminal Cases
State Evidence Retention and Disposition Rules
State Evidence Retention and Disposition Rules. Resources
Resource List: Grants for Animal Cruelty Case Work
Resource List: Grants for Animal Cruelty Case Work
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