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2025 Delaware Code
Title 16 - Health and Safety
Chapter 30F. ANIMAL WELFARE
Subchapter V. Dangerous and Potentially Dangerous Dogs
§ 3078F. Liability of owner for costs of impoundment.
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§ 3078F. Liability of owner for costs of impoundment.
If the Justice of the Peace Court declares a dog dangerous or potentially dangerous, the Court shall include in its judgment the costs associated with the care of the dog while in the Department's custody. Prior to reclaiming the dog, the owner must reimburse the Department the amount indicated in the judgment or establish a payment plan approved by the Court. If the owner does not take either action within 10 days after judgement, ownership of the dog reverts to the Department and the Department may dispose of the dog by euthanasia in accordance with subchapter I of this chapter. If a dog is determined to be nondangerous under § 3080F of this title, the owner shall not be liable for the costs of impoundment.
77 Del. Laws, c. 428, § 8; 80 Del. Laws, c. 248, § 6; 81 Del. Laws, c. 96, § 4;
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