§ 3-23. Penalty for attacks.

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The owner of a dangerous dog that attacks a person and causes physical injuries requiring medical treatment in excess of $100.00 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $5,000.00, imprisonment up to two years, or both. In addition to any criminal penalties or injunctive relief allowed by law, a violation of this section of the county animal control ordinance shall subject the person violating the section to a civil penalty in the amount of $100.00 per day for every violation.

(Amend. of 9-11-95(1), § VIII(67-4.3); Amend. of 4-6-98)

                    
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