There is no regulation in this regard in BCS
Congressman Venustiano Pérez proposed classifying the crime of injuries caused by animals, specifically those caused by dogs, to ensure that owners or possessors are held liable and required to repair the damage through criminal proceedings.
The proposal stipulates that there should be payment and compensation for damages, along with a fine of $1,500 to $3,000 usd when the injury or injuries take more than 15 and less than 60 days to heal or require hospitalization; a fine of $4,500 usd applies when the injury or injuries take more than 60 days to heal or necessitate hospitalization.
If the injury or injuries endanger the victim’s life, a fine up to $6,000 usdand imprisonment of one to two years will be imposed.
Furthermore, it mandates that homicide rules be applied if the death of the victim results from injuries caused by an animal bite.
Pérez emphasized that this is a public health issue requiring legislative action to protect the physical integrity and health of individuals frequently attacked by dogs, ensuring that owners are accountable for the attacks by the animals under their control.
The proposal is in response to numerous petitions from citizens attacked by dogs and reflects the concerns of pet owners who resist covering medical expenses or facing work limitations.
They highlighted the legal challenges in holding responsible parties accountable, as current laws lack adequate criminal offenses for such situations.
According to the Ministry of Health, Baja California Sur reported 459 dog bites in 2021, 576 in 2022, 603 in 2023, 863 in 2024, and 207 dog bites from January to April 2025.