Georgia § 4-11-10 - Unlawful acts by licensed persons.
Full text of Georgia Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 4-11-10 — Unlawful acts by licensed persons., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-11-10. Unlawful acts by licensed persons.
It shall be unlawful for any person licensed under this article or any person employed by a person licensed under this article or under such person's supervision or control to: Commit a violation of Code Section 16-12-4, relating to cruelty to animals; Fail to keep the pet dealership premises, animal shelter, kennel, or stable in a good state of repair, in a clean and sanitary condition, adequately ventilated, or disinfected when needed; Fail to provide humane care for any animal; or Fail to take reasonable care to release for sale, trade, or adoption only those animals that appear to be free of disease, injuries, or abnormalities. (Code 1981, § 4-11-10 , enacted by Ga. L. 1986, p. 628, § 1; Ga. L. 1990, p. 328, § 1; Ga. L. 2000, p. 754, § 6.) Editor's notes. - Ga. L. 2000, p. 754, § 1, not codified by the General Assembly, provides that: "This Act shall be known and may be cited as the 'Animal Protection Act of 2000.' "
Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia § 4-11-10
What does Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 4-11-10 cover?
Section 4-11-10 ("Unlawful acts by licensed persons.") is part of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the codified statutory law of Georgia. 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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