§ 4-10. Violation of conditions; euthanization.

The Lake Waccamaw Police Department may take possession of any dog concerning which it has cause to believe an owner has violated the guidelines set forth for dangerous and potentially dangerous dogs. For this purpose, the requirement for sufficient cause shall be satisfied if an officer observes the violation or if the police department receives verbal or written complaints from a citizen. An owner who violates this chapter in a willful or grossly negligent manner may be found to have forfeited all rights of ownership of the dog: and upon a final determination of such violation, the dog may be humanely euthanized by Columbus County Animal Control. The board of commissioners shall hear any appeal within 72 hours to determine whether the owner's violation was willful or grossly negligent; and the committee or board must notify the owner in writing, giving the reasons for the determination, before the dog may be euphemized.

(Ord. of 5-12-2015)