Alaska § 03.55.030 - Dogs that annoy or bite animals or birds.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 03.55.030 — Dogs that annoy or bite animals or birds., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 03.55.030. Dogs that annoy or bite animals or birds.
Whenever any dog habitually annoys any wild deer, reindeer, sheep, cattle, horse, or other animal or bird either domestic or wild, or evinces a disposition which makes it likely that it will without provocation bite an animal or fowl, any person may lawfully kill the dog, when at large. The owner or keeper of the dog, if known or reasonably identifiable, shall be notified and given reasonable opportunity to restrain the dog before it is lawful to kill it. Persons authorized to enforce AS 16.05 (Alaska Fish and Game Code) and peace officers may enforce this section.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 03.55.030
What does Alaska Statutes § 03.55.030 cover?
Section 03.55.030 ("Dogs that annoy or bite animals or birds.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 03.55.030?
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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 03.55.030 apply to my situation?
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