Do you think animal cruelty should be a felony in Kansas?

Asked at Massachusetts Street on November 17, 2005

“I think it probably should be if the court can prove that they had malicious intent.”

“Yes, undoubtedly. If the court can prove they violated animal cruelty laws, then it should be a felony.”

“That's a tough question, because it's hard to know where to draw the line. I would have to know exactly what constitutes animal cruelty to decide.”

“It depends on the extent of the brutality. If they had vicious intentions, then it should be. Otherwise it should be a misdemeanor.”