Amherst (MA) General Bylaws § 3.54

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General Bylaws
Effective June 15, 2026
3.56 – PROHIBITING THE USE OF WILD AND EXOTIC ANIMALS IN TRAVELING
SHOWS AND CIRCUSES
(Voted 11-16-2020 by the Town Council)

PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF THE PROHIBITING THE USE OF WILD AND
EXOTIC ANIMALS IN TRAVELING SHOWS AND CIRCUSES BYLAW
Criminal Enforcement for Violation: $150 - $300 fine per animal per day

Noncriminal Disposition: $300 fine per animal per day (enforcement by: Police Department,
Animal Welfare Officer)

A. Purpose
It is the intent of the Amherst Town Council to protect the public against hazards that Wild
and Exotic Animals used in Traveling Shows and Circuses pose to society and to protect Wild
and Exotic Animals from cruel and inhumane treatment.

B. Definitions