ID H0137

Establishes that owners/possessors of dangerous or at-risk dogs commit a misdemeanor unless in compliance with court orders, with courts determining disposition (restrictions or destruction) for any living dog in question.

Defines "at-risk dog" as any dog that bites a person without causing serious injury without justified provocation, and "dangerous dog" as one that inflicts serious injury or has been previously found at-risk and subsequently bites/attacks without justified provocation.

Allows petitions to declare dogs dangerous or at-risk to be brought by bite/attack victims, their guardians, or prosecuting attorneys without requiring proof that the owner knew the dog would behave dangerously.

Requires court-ordered restrictions for dangerous/at-risk dogs including secure outdoor confinement, leashing requirements, muzzling discretion, microchip/tattoo identification, and warning signs on premises.

Changes the period for waiving restrictions on at-risk dogs from three years to two years if the dog has not acted consistent with dangerous or at-risk definitions and the owner complied with all court provisions.