CT HB05011

Prohibits persons from owning or harboring dogs that are a nuisance due to vicious disposition, excessive barking, or other disturbance, or that annoy sick persons in the immediate vicinity.

Establishes first offense as an infraction with no specified penalty.

Imposes a fine of not more than $100 or imprisonment of not more than 30 days, or both, for each subsequent offense.

Authorizes courts or judges to order restraint or disposal of such dogs as deemed necessary.

Effective October 1, 2011; amends Connecticut General Statutes Section 22-363.