South Dakota § 40-1-5.1 Liability of owner or caretaker for impounded animal.

South Dakota Statutes

§ 40-1-5.1 — Liability of owner or caretaker for impounded animal.

South Dakota § 40-1-5.1

Title 40ANIMALS AND LIVESTOCK

Ch. 40-1CRUELTY, ABUSE AND INJURY TO ANIMALS

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S.D. Codified Laws § 40-1-5.1 (2026).

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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.

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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.