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D.C. Code § 8-1901 Definitions
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For the purposes of this chapter, the term: (1)(A) “Dangerous dog” means any dog that without provocation: (i) Causes a serious injury to a person or domestic animal; or (ii) Engages in behavior described in paragraph (4)(A)(i) of this section subsequent to having been determined…
D.C. Code § 8-1902 Determination of a potentially dangerous or dangerous dog
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(a) The Mayor is authorized to conduct an investigation and make a determination as to whether a dog is a potentially dangerous or dangerous dog. In determining whether a dog is a potentially dangerous or dangerous dog, the Mayor shall consider all evidence obtained or presented …
D.C. Code § 8-1903 Consequences of a dangerous or potentially dangerous dog determination
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(a) If the Mayor determines that a dog is a potentially dangerous or dangerous dog, the owner shall comply with the requirements of §§ 8-1904 and 8-1905 and any other special security or care requirements the Mayor may establish. (b) If a potentially dangerous or dangerous dog ha…
D.C. Code § 8-1904 Dangerous dog and potentially dangerous dog registration requirements
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(a) The Mayor shall issue a certificate of registration to the owner of a potentially dangerous dog if the owner establishes to the satisfaction of the Mayor that: (1) The owner of the potentially dangerous dog is 18 years of age or older; (2) A valid license has been issued for …