Colorado § 12-315-117 Emergency care or treatment

Colorado Statutes

§ 12-315-117 — Emergency care or treatment

Colorado·Title 12 Professions·Art. Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and Veterinary Professional Associates

A licensed veterinarian who in
good faith administers emergency care or treatment, or euthanasia for humane
reasons, to an animal, without compensation, either voluntarily or at the request of
a state or local governmental officer or employee, is not liable for civil damages for
good-faith acts in the administration of the care or treatment. This immunity does
not apply in the event of a wanton or reckless disregard of the rights of the owner
of the animal.

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A licensed veterinarian who in
good faith administers emergency care or treatment, or euthanasia for humane
reasons, to an animal, without compensation, either voluntarily or at the request of
a state or local governmental officer or employee, is not liable for civil damages for
good-faith acts in the administration of the care or treatment. This immunity does
not apply in the event of a wanton or reckless disregard of the rights of the owner
of the animal.

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