North Carolina § 19A-2 - Purpose.
Full text of North Carolina North Carolina General Statutes § 19A-2 — Purpose., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19A-2. Purpose.
It shall be the purpose of this Article to provide a civil remedy for the protection and humane treatment of animals in addition to any criminal remedies that are available and it shall be proper in any action to combine causes of action against one or more defendants for the protection of one or more animals. A real party in interest as plaintiff shall be held to include any person even though the person does not have a possessory or ownership right in an animal; a real party in interest as defendant shall include any person who owns or has possession of an animal. Venue for any action filed under this Article shall only be in the county where any violation is alleged to have occurred. History (1969, c. 831; 1995, c. 509, s. 20; 2003-208, s. 1; 2013-3, s. 4; 2013-410, s. 4.1.) Effect of Amendments. - Session Laws 2013-3, s. 4, effective March 6, 2013, added the last sentence. Session Laws 2013-410, s. 4.1, effective August 23, 2013, in the last sentence, substituted "Article" for "Chapter," and deleted "in superior court" following "county."
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 19A-2
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 19A-2 cover?
Section 19A-2 ("Purpose.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. 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 North Carolina § 19A-2?
A common citation format is "North Carolina General Statutes § 19A-2" (North Carolina). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Carolina law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Carolina attorney.
How does North Carolina § 19A-2 apply to my situation?
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