Current as of January 01, 2019 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
Any person who sexually assaults any animal protected by Section 597f for the purpose of arousing or gratifying the sexual desire of the person is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - California Code, Penal Code - PEN § 286.5 - last updated January 01, 2019 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/penal-code/pen-sect-286-5.html
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