§ 17.25.035. Impoundment pending investigation.

A.

If, during the investigation of an incident, an animal control officer determines that an animal may safely be kept on the property of an owner or custodian pending an administrative hearing, the animal control officer may set conditions for the keeping of the animal.

B.

If, during the investigation of an incident, the animal control officer determines the animal poses an immediate or potential threat to another animal or the public health, safety, or welfare, the animal may be seized and impounded. The owner or custodian of the animal shall be responsible for all costs and expenses of keeping the animal at the animal care and control center.

(AO No. 2001-158(S-4), § 1, 1-1-03)