District of Columbia · D.C. Code — Title 22, Criminal Offenses and Penalties
D.C. Code Title 22 § 22-1008: Relief of impounded animals
What this law says, in plain English
Washington Humane Society officers may enter any pound to provide food and water to impounded animals lacking sustenance for over 12 hours. The owner must reimburse reasonable costs.
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