Any crate or other container used for the purpose of transporting, shipping or holding for sale any live poultry shall be in a sanitary condition and shall be constructed so as to provide sufficient ventilation and warmth, and such poultry, while in such container, shall receive such reasonable care as may be required to prevent unnecessary suffering. Any person who violates any provision of this section shall be guilty of a class D misdemeanor.(1949 Rev., S. 8573; P.A. 12-80, S. 106.)History: P.A. 12-80 replaced penalty of a fine of not more than $100 or imprisonment of not more than 30 days or both with a class D misdemeanor.
Connecticut Legal Code
§ 53.249
Connecticut Title 53 — Connecticut law
Source: https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_945.htm#sec_53-249· Version 2026