Civil Right of Action for the Wrongful Injury or

Death of an Animal.

(a)Any person who, with no lawful authority, intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, or with criminal negligence causes physical injury to, or the death of, an animal shall be liable to the animal’s guardian for the damages sustained by the guardian. The guardian of the animal may bring a civil action to recover such damages. Damages may include the pecuniary value of the animal; veterinary expenses incurred on behalf of the animal; any other expenses incurred by the guardian in attempting to ameliorate the effects of, or as a consequence of, the pain, suffering or injuries of the animal; any emotional distress and loss of companionship suffered by the guardian; all court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in the prosecution of any action under this Section; and any other reasonable damages resulting from the physical injury or death of the animal.

(b)Restraining orders and other injunctive relief may be issued by the Superior Court of Guam as appropriate.

(c)The remedies provided in this Section are in addition to, and do not replace or supplant, any other remedies allowed by law.

(d)Commencement of a cause of action under this Section shall be brought within three

(3)years from the date on which damages were first identified by the guardian.