California § 17006 - Animals that are irremediably suffering from a serious illness or severe injury s
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 17006 — Animals that are irremediably suffering from a serious illness or severe injury s, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17006. Animals that are irremediably suffering from a serious illness or severe injury s
Animals that are irremediably suffering from a serious illness or severe injury shall not be held for owner redemption or adoption. Except as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 31108 and subdivision (c) of Section 31752, newborn animals that need maternal care and have been impounded without their mothers may be euthanized without being held for owner redemption or adoption.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 17006
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 17006 cover?
Section 17006 ("Animals that are irremediably suffering from a serious illness or severe injury s") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. 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 California § 17006?
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