§ 92.26. Seizure.

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A.

In the event that an animal warden or law enforcement agent has probable cause to believe that a vicious dog is being harbored or cared for in violation of this chapter, or that a pit bull is being harbored or cared for in a manner that violates § 92.25(E), the warden or agent may petition a court of competent jurisdiction to order the seizure and impoundment of the vicious dog or pit bull pending trial.

B.

In the event that a warden or agent has probable cause to believe that a vicious dog is running at large, then the warden or agent may seize and impound the dog without seeking prior court order.

C.

Nothing within this section shall be construed to limit the authority of the warden or his deputy from otherwise seizing any animal maintained in violation of this code which presents an immediate risk of physical harm to any person or property.

(Ord. 855-1990; Ord. 33-1989; Ord. 763-198)

                    
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