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Dogs and cats neglected, 23 seized
Lansing, MI (US)

Incident Date: Sunday, Dec 31, 2006
County: Ingham
Local Map: available
Disposition: Convicted
Charges: Misdemeanor

Abuser/Suspect: Teena Jones

Case Updates: 2 update(s) available

Case ID: 11536
Classification: Neglect / Abandonment
Animal: cat, dog (non pit-bull)
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In January 2007, Ingham County Animal Control Officers seized 23 dogs and cats from the residence of Teena Jones of 2024 Melvin St in Lansing as a result of inhumane conditions.

Two of the animals were immediately euthanized due to the severity of their injuries and conditions.

The animals were taken to the animal shelter for care and treatment.

Jones was charged with four counts of animal cruelty. A preliminary hearing date is scheduled in mid June 2007.

Case Updates

According to court records, on July 20, Teena Jones was sentenced by the court for a misdemeanor conviction of animal cruelty.

Her sentence included 14 days in jail, 2 years probation, 100 hours community service, fines, and restitution to Ingham County Animal Control for the care of the animals.

She is also prohibited from owning or caring for any animals.
Source: Case # J072276A
Update posted on Jul 23, 2007 - 2:59PM 
According to court records, Teena Jones entered a guilty plea to misdemeanor animal cruelty charges on June 14, 2007. She is scheduled for sentencing on July 20 at 1:30 p.m. in District Court D-54 in Lansing.
Source: Case # J072276A
Update posted on Jul 11, 2007 - 3:17PM 

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