California § 31253 - If a dog which has been impounded is claimed by the owner, the fee for impounding
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§ 31253. If a dog which has been impounded is claimed by the owner, the fee for impounding
If a dog which has been impounded is claimed by the owner, the fee for impounding and keeping the dog, as fixed by the board of supervisors, shall be paid by the owner to the person, organization, or association which has custody of the dog, to be retained by him or them. No charge for fees pertaining to the dog shall be paid by the board of supervisors.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 31253
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 31253 cover?
Section 31253 ("If a dog which has been impounded is claimed by the owner, the fee for impounding") 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.
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