Hallsville Animal Abuse ordinance (§ 205.320)
Chapter 205: Animal Regulations · Article II. Additional Animal Regulations
In short: It's illegal to intentionally kill an animal in a way state law doesn't allow, to purposely injure or cause an animal to suffer, or, as an owner or keeper, to knowingly fail to provide adequate care that results in substantial harm to the animal.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
A. A person commits the offense of animal abuse if he or she:
1. Intentionally or purposely kills an animal in any manner not allowed by or expressly exempted from the provisions of Sections 578.005 to 578.023 and 273.030, RSMo.;
2. Purposely or intentionally causes injury or suffering to an animal; or
3. Having ownership or custody of an animal knowingly fails to provide adequate care which results in substantial harm to the animal.
Official source: City of Hallsville official Code of Ordinances (online), § 205.320
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.