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NY S02688
Bill
Status
6/13/2013
Primary Sponsor
Catharine Young
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AI Summary
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Dogs released from confinement for hunting or training purposes in accordance with Environmental Conservation Law Section 11-0923 are deemed under reasonable control and not running at large.
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Dog control officers, peace officers, and police officers must make fair and reasonable efforts to determine whether a dog found running at large is engaged in authorized hunting, training, or related activities.
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Officers authorized to enforce local laws on dog control and seizure cannot charge the owner or trainer of a hunting or training dog with violations of local laws or ordinances related to dogs running at large.
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The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Provides that dogs engaged in hunting and training as authorized by the environmental conservation law, shall not be deemed to be running at large in violation of any local law or ordinance.
Last Action
referred to agriculture
6/19/2014