U.S Attorney Bill Essayli recently announced the creation of a federal animal abuse task force that aims to prosecute people for violating federal laws and regulations related to animals.
The Federal Animal Abuse Task Force will focus efforts throughout seven counties in California, including San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura.
Some federal offenses include cockfighting, dog fighting or any kind of animal fighting. It also includes laws involving transporting animals across state lines…