Unlawful Tethering of a Dog DefenseCalifornia Health & Safety Code § 122335
Free Consultation.What counts as a violation of Health & Safety Code § 122335?
Health & Safety Code § 122355 makes it a crime to tether a dog to stationary objects such as a tree, a doghouse, a parked car, or fence.
What is the punishment for a violation of Health & Safety Code § 122335?
A violation of Health & Safety Code § 120291 may be punished as an infraction or misdemeanor.
A misdemeanor is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 and up to six months in jail.
An infraction is punishable by a fine of up to $250.
What are defenses to Health & Safety Code § 122335?
- You acted out of necessity
- You were not the person who tethered the dog
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