Ordinance #117: Dog Ordinance Amendment – Section 21 Penalties

Amends Section 21 of Ordinance No. 99. A violation of Section 9 (dogs at large) or Section 10 (disturbing the peace) is now classified as an infraction rather than a misdemeanor, with a set penalty schedule.

Penalties for Sections 9 and 10:

  • First offense — $100.00
  • Second offense — $200.00
  • Third or subsequent offense — $300.00

Any other violation of the chapter by an animal’s owner, keeper, or harborer — except licensing violations — remains a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $1,000.00. No jail time may be imposed under this ordinance.

Passed and approved April 8, 2026.

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