HB 2058 Summary

• Defines "dangerous dog" as any dog that causes a bite injury to a person or another animal without provocation, with breed not considered in determination.

• Requires owners of dangerous dogs to microchip the dog, register with animal control authority, keep the dog in an escape-proof kennel when unattended outdoors, use a four-foot leash and basket muzzle when outside the owner's premises, and spay or neuter the dog.

• Establishes misdemeanor penalties of $1,000-$2,000 fine, up to six months imprisonment or one year probation, plus restitution and boarding costs for owners who fail to comply with requirements or whose dogs cause bite injuries.

• Allows euthanasia of dangerous dogs in class C felony cases involving substantial bodily injury or death to a person, with penalties of $1,000-$10,000 fine and one to five years imprisonment.

• Authorizes law enforcement officers to impound dangerous dogs posing imminent threats, with owners required to pay impoundment and care costs within five days or lose ownership rights.