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Chapter 16.08 RCW

DOGS

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RCW dispositions

Sections

HTMLPDF 16.08.010Liability for injury to stock by dogs.
HTMLPDF 16.08.020Dogs injuring stock may be killed.
HTMLPDF 16.08.040Dog bitesLiability.
HTMLPDF 16.08.050Entrance on private property, when lawful.
HTMLPDF 16.08.060Provocation as a defense.
HTMLPDF 16.08.070Dangerous dogs and related definitions.
HTMLPDF 16.08.080Dangerous dogsNotice to ownersRight of appealCertificate of registration requiredSurety bondLiability insuranceRestrictions.
HTMLPDF 16.08.090Dangerous dogsRequirements for restraintPotentially dangerous dogsDogs not declared dangerous.
HTMLPDF 16.08.100Dangerous dogsConfiscationConditionsDuties of animal control authorityPenalties and affirmative defenses for owners of dogs that attack.
HTMLPDF 16.08.110Breed-based regulations.