§ 14-37. Confiscation.

(a)

Dangerous dogs and potentially dangerous dogs are subject to immediate confiscation pursuant to the grounds for confiscation in O.C.G.A. § 4-8-27.

(b)

An animal, whether vaccinated or not vaccinated, not under control as provided in this chapter, which attacks or attempts to attack, without provocation, a human being or domestic animal is hereby declared a public nuisance and may be impounded pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

(c)

Dangerous dogs and potentially dangerous dogs that have been confiscated shall be taken to such impound facility as is designated by the city.

(d)

Owners of animal confiscated under this chapter shall pay such confiscation fees, boarding fees and other fees as fixed from time to time by Clayton County. Nonpayment of either or both of these fees shall be an offense and shall be punishable under City Code, chapter 1, section 1-12.

(Ord. No. 20-2010, § 1(Exh. A), 12-28-10)