(a) Any owner who violates any provision of this Article shall be subject to: (1) a fine not exceeding Five Hundred Dollars ($500) for a first violation per animal; (2) a fine not exceeding One Thousand Dollars ($1,000) for a second violation per animal; and (3) a fine not exceeding Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($2,500) for a third or subsequent violation per animal. (b) In addition to fines authorized by this Section, the owner shall be responsible for all reasonable costs for the temporary custodial care, transportation, veterinary treatment, administrative, municipal, and other actual costs incurred pursuant to this Article. (c) Each estray animal and each separate incident may constitute a separate violation. (d) The Department may pursue civil recovery of unpaid costs and fees associated with estray livestock management. SOURCE: GC § 12192; amended by P.L. 11-68, P.L. 38-143:12 (Oct. 13, 2026). 2026 NOTE: P.L. 38-143:13 states: “The Department of Agriculture shall promulgate all rules and regulations necessary to implement this Act no later than one-hundred eighty (180) days following enactment. Pending the promulgation of rules and regulations, the Department may establish interim policies and procedures consistent with this Act.”
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