§ 8-156. Impoundment of Animal.

Upon receipt by the Chief of Animal Services of an affidavit filed in compliance with Section 8-154 and Section 8-155 of this Chapter, the Chief of Animal Services shall initiate an investigation of the incident or incidents described in the affidavit for the purpose of verifying the facts stated or obtaining other information. The investigation shall be completed no later than seven business days after the date the affidavit is filed. If after an investigation, the identified facts show the existence of a vicious animal within the meaning of Section 8-27 or a dangerous animal within the meaning of Section 8-28 of this Chapter, the Chief of Animal Services shall locate and impound the animal which is the subject of the charges within 48 hours of the date the investigation is completed.

(Ord. No. 2012-002, § 1, 2-9-2012)