40-1-34. Disposition of impounded animals.An animal impounded under this chapter shall, within reasonable time at the direction of the board, any agent or officer of a humane society, or any peace officer be disposed of by:(1)Returning to the owner or caretaker;(2)Transferring ownership to a humane society as described in chapter 40-2;(3)Euthanizing;(4)Sold through public auction;(5)Transferring ownership to a suitable caretaker or facility as prescribed in rule by the board; or(6)Any other disposition as determined by the board, any agent or officer of a humane society, or any peace officer in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to §40-1-25. Source: SL 1991, ch 331, §34.
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