§ 36-21.2-07 — Costs of seizure and care - Responsibility of owner - Lien

North Dakota § 36-21.2-07

• Jurisdiction: North Dakota
• Title 36: Livestock
• Ch. 36-21.2: Treatment of Animals

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1. If convicted of violating this chapter, the owner of an animal seized under section
36-21.2-05 is responsible for all costs related to the animal's seizure, including
required notifications, attorney's fees, court costs, and any costs incurred in providing
the animal with care or in providing for its destruction in accordance with section
36-21.2-06.
2. a. The law enforcement agency that seized the animal has a lien upon the animal
for all costs incurred as a result of the seizure and conviction. The lien is superior
to any other claim or lien.
b. If the lien is not satisfied by the animal's owner, the law enforcement agency may
apply to the court for an order enforcing the lien.
3. If a seized animal is sold, the proceeds must be used first to satisfy the lienholder to
the extent of the lien and second to satisfy any other claims involving the animal. Any
remaining proceeds must be returned to the owner, as directed by the court. If the
owner is unknown, any proceeds otherwise payable to the owner must be deposited in
the general fund of the county.