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"Guilty 'Til Proven Innocent" Film Premiere
Join local non-profit SoCal Pitbull TEAM and River Fire Films for the California premiere of, "Guilty 'Til Proven Innocent."
"Guilty 'Til Proven Innocent" examines breed specific legislation in Ohio, the effect it has on its local communities, and answers the important question:
"Do we have a dangerous dog breed problem, or just dangerous laws targeting dogs?"
In April 1987, state legislators introduced amendments to House Bill 352, declaring "Pit Bull" dogs inherently vicious at birth, and requiring owners of such dogs to comply with strict requirements. This bill, which revised the state's vicious dog ordinance (ORC 955.11/22) was signed, sealed and delivered on July 10, 1987, making Ohio the only state in the nation to single out a breed of dog as dangerous. Local municipalities, such as Cincinnati, Toledo, and Youngstown, increased the severity of these laws by placing heavier restrictions, or even out right banning these dogs within city limits.
GTPI follows Lakewood, Ohio, as City Council discuss a ban of "Pit Bull" dogs, offering a glimpse to viewers of what it's like living in a city that successfully passes breed specific legislation. This film investigates and exposes the truth about these laws, answering the tough questions relating to dangerous dogs. Several experts in the fields of animal behavior/training, rescue, advocacy, and psychology extend their expertise in the production of "Guilty 'Til Proven Innocent," including:
Jean Donaldson
Ken McCort
Ledy VanKavage
Don Cleary
Jean Keating
and many more
Independant filmmaker Jeff Theman will be on-site to answer questions and the event will be hosted by SoCal Pitbull TEAM. This film is particularly pertinent to pit bull owners in California at a time when more and more cities are considering breed specific ordinances, and while overturning the state law banning BDL may be considered in Sacramento.
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LocationThe Art Theatre (View)
2025 East 4th Street
Long Beach, CA 90814
United States
Categories
| Minimum Age: 18 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
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