Paul Souter

Not stated, CA

Conviction: Felony criminally negligent animal cruelty (Penal Code §597(b)) by neglect; dog Sprocket suffered severe burns, went without emergency veterinary care, became critically ill, and later died.
Conviction or sentencing date: 2020-11 (verdict reported 2020-11-23; exact verdict day not independently retained)
Sentence: Imposition of sentence suspended; 2 years felony probation; 8 months county jail. Appellate court later affirmed the judgment except for specified fees.
Case number: Not stated
Last source verification: 2026-09-30