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2025 Arizona Revised Statutes
Title 44 - Trade and Commerce
§ 44-8021 - Dog or cat possession; microchip scan; owner notification; definition
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AZ Rev Stat § 44-8021 (2025)
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44-8021. Dog or cat possession; microchip scan; owner notification; definition
A. When taking possession of a dog or cat, an animal shelter shall thoroughly scan for the presence of a microchip in the dog or cat and shall make a reasonable effort to contact the owner.
B. For purposes of this section, " animal shelter" has the same meaning prescribed in section 11-1022.
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