Trapping Domestic Animals Legally

Summary

In Michigan, trapping domestic animals without cause is generally illegal. If domestic animals are harmed, it can be considered animal cruelty, which carries serious penalties. Even if the harm occurred in the past, it can still be reported, although the statute of limitations may apply. Local animal control or law enforcement agencies can be contacted to report such incidents.

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Neighbor has put out traps
What kind of traps has your neighbor set out and have any domestic animals been harmed as a result? In Michigan, it's generally illegal to trap domestic animals without cause.
They are live traps. He has killed one of cats 2 years ago. He says this cat is pooping in his yard
What evidence do you have of your neighbor's actions? In Michigan, animal cruelty can lead to serious penalties.
I can see the * live traps in his yard. His wife also admitted to killing our cat 2 years ago
What actions have you taken so far regarding this issue? In Michigan, it's illegal to harm pets. You can report this to your local animal control or law enforcement.
Even if he killed the cat 2 years ago?
Yes, even if the incident occurred 2 years ago, it can still be reported. However, the statute of limitations may apply. Have you reported this to any authorities yet?
No. I haven't
What is your location? This will help me provide you with the contact details of the nearest animal control or law enforcement agency.
Rapid River, MI
The nearest animal control agency to you is Delta Animal Shelter, located at * County * M.* Road, Escanaba, MI *. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
They aren't animal control
I apologize for the confusion. The correct agency is Delta County Sheriff's Office. Their contact number is (*) *-*. They handle animal control issues in Rapid River, MI.
Ok. Thank you
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.