826.041. 678, Sec. SUBCHAPTER B. (a) When a dog, cat, or domestic ferret that has bitten a human has been identified, the custodian will place the animal (regardless of its vaccination status) in quarantine as defined in the Texas Health and Safety Code, 826.002, until the end of the 10-day observation period. 1, eff. REQUIREMENTS FOR OWNER OF DANGEROUS DOG. 99, Sec. Sec. 822.003 by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. The agency said the dog was euthanized following a 10-day bite quarantine and that the decision was made prior to a planned rally outside of the HRA in Northwest D.C. Last week, 7News reported that several other rescues had offered to take Marley. April 2, 2015. Sec. 1, eff. Oftentimes, the victim looks to sue for a dog bite. did notbite a human, the law mandates quarantine. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching. (b) Notwithstanding the definition in Section 822.041(1), for purposes of this subchapter the police department of a municipality described by Subsection (a) is the animal control authority for the municipality in all areas in which a dog is kept and that are subject to the authority of the police department. An offense under this subsection is a misdemeanor punishable by: (2) confinement in the county jail for not more than 180 days; or. Sec. APPEAL. (d) The owner shall submit the animal to the local rabies control authority of the county or municipality in which the exposure occurs. April 2, 2015. (5) any other information the animal registration agency may require. Overview of Texas Dog Bite Law There are a number of causes of action available to the victim of a dog attack in Texas. (2) the animal is required to be restrained under the ordinances or rules adopted under this chapter by a county or municipality within whose jurisdiction the act occurs. 2, eff. Section 2131 et seq.) If a dog bites or in any way attacks a person within Livingston city limits, the owner or person with custody of the dog must immediately secure the animal in quarantine for ten days, during which time inspections will be made periodically to determine whether the dog is infected with rabies. 822.027. (11) "Stray" means roaming with no physical restraint beyond the premises of an animal's owner or keeper. 1, eff. MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR QUARANTINE AND IMPOUNDMENT FACILITIES. 822.0011. May 5, 1995. (a) It is a defense to prosecution under Section 822.044 or Section 822.045 that the person is a veterinarian, a peace officer, a person employed by a recognized animal shelter, or a person employed by the state or a political subdivision of the state to deal with stray animals and has temporary ownership, custody, or control of the dog in connection with that position. April 2, 2015. No quarantine applies. 822.012. Rabies virus can be excreted in the saliva of infected dogs, cats, and ferrets during illness and/or for a few days before illness or death. ATTACK BY DANGEROUS DOG. In this subchapter: (1) "Dog or coyote" includes a crossbreed between a dog and a coyote. 219), Sec. DOGS OR COYOTES THAT ATTACK ANIMALS. then by law it must be euthanized and tested. (3) sells or distributes rabies vaccine for animals in violation of Section 826.023(c). DISPLAY OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION. (a) A person commits an offense if the person operates a facility for quarantined or impounded animals that fails to meet standards for approval established by: (2) ordinances or rules adopted under this chapter by a county or municipality. ATTACK BY DOG. 219), Sec. (b) The election shall be held on the first authorized uniform election date prescribed by the Election Code that allows sufficient time to comply with other requirements of law. For purposes of this subchapter, a person's property includes property the person is entitled to possess or occupy under a lease or other agreement. April 2, 2015. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Under certain conditions . ELECTION RESULT. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. Confinement should be performed in coordination with public health authorities. (7-a) "Executive commissioner" means the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission. The authority shall seize the dog or order its seizure and shall provide for the impoundment of the dog in secure and humane conditions until the court orders the disposition of the dog. document.returnValue = true; Sec.