Liability of owner or caretaker for impounded animal

The owner or caretaker of an animal impounded or cared for pursuant to § 40-1-5 is liable for the expense of services rendered. The governing body of the county or municipality that has rendered such services may recover such sums for services pursuant to § 40-1-5 as it deems reasonable. The payment shall be on vouchers, as other claims against the county or municipality are paid. Expenses may be recovered in a civil action against the owner unless the expenses are paid within thirty days after notice and demand. Source: SL 1991, ch 331 , § 16. 40-1-6, 40-1-7. Repealed by SL 1991, ch 331 , §§ 12, 13 40-1-8. Repealed by SL 1977, ch 190 , § 445 40-1-9, 40-1-10. Repealed by SL 2014, ch 194 , §§ 8, 9.