The incident involving the animals has brought to light exactly what is the law in Ohio.

Wildlife expert Jack Hanna said the laws concerning exotic animals in the state are week. He explained the state had a bill from former Gov. Ted Strickland that would toughen the laws and Hanna said it was six weeks from passing.

The new rules would regulate how the law would be enforced, who will inspect places and how to shut down exotic animal auctions. State Representative Brian Hill...