District of Columbia · D.C. Code — Title 22, Criminal Offenses and Penalties
D.C. Code Title 22 § 22-1310: Urging dogs to fight or create disorder
What this law says, in plain English
It is illegal to incite dogs to fight in public places or to cause dogs to attack people or animals in the District of Columbia. Violators face fines up to $1,000 per offense.
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