District of Columbia Statutes
§ 22-1013 — Definitions.
In §§ 22-1001 to 22-1009 , inclusive, and § 22-1011 , the word “animals” or “animal” shall be held to include all living and sentient creatures (human beings excepted), and the words “owner,” “persons,” and “whoever” shall be held to include corporations and incorporated companies as well as individuals.
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Legislative History
Aug. 23, 1871, Leg. Assem., p. 138, ch. 106, § 12; June 25, 1892, 27 Stat. 60, ch. 135, § 3
Nearby Sections
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§ 22-1001
Definitions and penalties.§ 22-1002
Other cruelties to animals.§ 22-1002.01
Reporting requirements.§ 22-1005
Issuance of search warrants.§ 22-1006.01
Penalty for engaging in animal fighting.§ 22-1006.02
Possession of an implement of animal fighting.§ 22-1008
Relief of impounded animals.§ 22-1009
Keeping or using place for fighting or baiting of fowls or animals; arrest without warrant.§ 22-101
Definition and penalty.§ 22-1011
Neglect of sick or disabled animals.