Oklahoma § 4-499.9 - Construction of act
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 4-499.9 — Construction of act, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-499.9. Construction of act
The provisions of the Dog and Cat Sterilization Act shall not be
construed to require the sterilization of dogs and cats which are
being held in releasing agencies which might be claimed by their
rightful owners; nor shall it be construed to require the
sterilization of dogs and cats held pursuant to the provisions of
Section 391-402 of Title 4 of the Oklahoma Statutes. Further, the
Dog and Cat Sterilization Act shall not be construed to interfere
with municipal ordinances that meet or exceed the dog and cat
sterilization requirements set forth in the Dog and Cat
Sterilization Act.
Added by Laws 1986, c. 204, § 10, eff. Nov. 1, 1986.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 4-499.9
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 4-499.9 cover?
Section 4-499.9 ("Construction of act") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. 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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