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NY LAWS FOR PAWS INC

SHIRLEY, NY · EIN 843532808 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE D01 · Animal-Related · Micro (<$100K) · nylawsforpaws.org
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mission · from form 990

NY LAWS FOR PAWS, INC. IS A NONPROFIT, ANIMAL ADVOCACY GROUP, WITH A MISSION TO STRENGTHEN AND EXPAND LEGISLATION FOR THE PROTECTION OF ANIMALS. WE AIM TO ELIMINATE ANIMAL NEGLECT AND ABUSE IN OUR COMMUNITIES, PROVIDE OPPORTUNITY FOR EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY, AND SEEK JUST PUNISHMENT FOR ANIMAL ABUSERS.

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NY Laws For Paws Inc is a nonprofit animal advocacy organization based in New York dedicated to strengthening animal protection legislation and eliminating animal neglect and abuse. The organization focuses on public education, legislative advocacy, and supporting legal action against animal abusers. It operates primarily in Suffolk and Nassau Counties, promoting enforcement of local animal ownership registries and tethering laws.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Court Cases
Provides guidance on accessing animal cruelty case records through the New York State Unified Court System’s WebCRIMS portal and tracks animal abuser prosecutions.
Laws + Legislation
Advocates for and educates the public about animal protection laws in Suffolk and Nassau Counties, including pet ownership registries and outdoor pet restraint regulations.
Sponsored Pet of the Month
Features adoptable animals to promote responsible pet adoption and raise awareness about animal welfare.
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What they do

  • Animal Protection Advocacy & Campaigns 2 activities
    • Advocacy for animal protection legislation
      Advocates for strengthening and expanding animal protection laws to prevent neglect and abuse, secure legal consequences for abusers, and improve enforcement of existing regulations, including county-specific animal ownership registry checks and outdoor pet restraint rules.
    • Organizing animal advocacy events
      Organizes and promotes marches, protests, and public events to advance animal welfare causes and raise awareness.
  • Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 1 activity
    • Animal adoption services
      Provides adoption services for animals that are eligible for adoption or sponsorship, as part of its direct care and outreach programs.
  • Humane Law Enforcement and Cruelty Intervention 1 activity
    • Public guidance on animal cruelty reporting and legal access
      Provides guidance to the public on accessing animal cruelty case records through the New York State Unified Court System’s WebCRIMS portal, supporting transparency and accountability.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
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Total assets$3K
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2 years on record · 2019–2020
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Who they work with

  • GoDaddy Partner — Website hosting and technology support for NY Laws For Paws.
  • New York State Unified Court System Government — Partner agency whose WebCRIMS portal is used to access animal cruelty case information
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How they approach the work

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  • Data-Driven Policy Development
    methodology: data_driven
    By using data-driven models to design and implement solutions, we create more effective and sustainable impact because evidence-based approaches allow for targeted interventions and measurable outcomes.
  • Legislative Advocacy to Strengthen Animal Protection Laws
    methodology: legislative-advocacy
    By advocating for stronger animal protection laws and ensuring enforcement of legal consequences for abusers, we reduce animal neglect and abuse because robust legal frameworks deter harmful behavior and enable systemic change.
  • Prevention Through Registry-Based Screening
    methodology: prevention-through-registry-screening
    By requiring checks of an animal ownership registry before animal transfers, we prevent animals from being placed with prohibited individuals, thereby reducing abuse and abandonment because gatekeeping at the point of transfer stops known risks before harm occurs.
  • Public Empowerment Through Access to Legal Information
    methodology: public_access_to_court_information
    By providing the public with tools and instructions to monitor animal cruelty cases via court systems, we increase transparency and accountability because informed citizens can track enforcement and advocate for justice.