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Smyth County adopts animal-cruelty registry ordinance after unanimous board vote
Smyth County Board of Supervisors · December 12, 2025
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The board heard public support, legal perspectives and unanimous approval for an animal-cruelty registry ordinance intended to help track serious cruelty cases and support prosecutions and prevention efforts.
The Smyth County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted an animal-cruelty registry ordinance after a public hearing and testimony from prosecutors, defense bar members and residents.
Supporters told the board that animal cruelty is a serious problem and urged a mechanism to track and deter repeat offenders. The Commonwealth's attorney…
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