§ 4-13-8. Injunctive Relief
In addition to the remedies provided in this chapter or elsewhere in the laws of this state and notwithstanding the existence of an adequate remedy at law, the Commissioner is authorized to apply to the superior courts for an injunction or restraining order. Such courts shall have jurisdiction and for good cause shown shall grant […]
§ 4-13-9. Rules and Regulations
The Commissioner is authorized to promulgate and adopt rules and regulations necessary or appropriate to carry out this chapter. History. Code 1981, § 4-13-9 , enacted by Ga. L. 1992, p. 2398, § 2.
§ 4-13-10. Penalty for Violation of Chapter
Except as otherwise provided in Code Section 16-12-4 or 16-12-37, any person, partnership, firm, corporation, or other entity violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. History. Code 1981, § 4-13-10 , enacted by Ga. L. 1992, p. 2398, § 2; Ga. L. 2000, p. 754, § 11. Editor’s […]
§ 4-14-1. Legislative Findings and Policy
The General Assembly finds that the breeding of dogs and cats acquired from public or private animal shelters, animal control agencies operated by political subdivisions of this state, humane societies, or public or private animal refuges in the State of Georgia results in the birth of thousands of animals who become strays, suffer privation and […]
§ 4-14-2. Definitions
As used in this chapter, the term: “Animal shelter” means any facility operated by or under contract for the state or any county, municipal corporation, or other political subdivision of the state for the purpose of impounding or harboring seized, stray, homeless, abandoned, or unwanted dogs, cats, and other animals; any veterinary hospital or clinic […]
§ 4-14-3. Sterilization of Dogs and Cats Required; Exceptions; Costs
Any public or private animal shelter, animal control agency operated by a political subdivision of this state, humane society, or public or private animal refuge shall make provisions for the sterilization of all dogs or cats acquired from such shelter, agency, society, or refuge by: Providing sterilization by a licensed veterinarian before relinquishing custody of […]
§ 4-14-4. Penalty for Noncompliance
It shall be a misdemeanor to fail or refuse to comply with the requirements of Code Section 4-14-3 and any person convicted of said misdemeanor shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $200.00. History. Code 1981, § 4-14-4 , enacted by Ga. L. 1994, p. 999, § 1.
§ 4-11-15. Injunctions and Restraining Orders
In addition to the remedies provided in this article or elsewhere in the laws of this state and notwithstanding the existence of an adequate remedy at law, the Commissioner or, where authorized by the local governing authority, the city or county attorney is authorized to apply to the superior court for an injunction or restraining […]
§ 4-12-6. Warning Notices; Impact of Noncompliance
Every livestock activity sponsor, livestock professional, and owner of a livestock facility shall post and maintain signs which contain the warning notice specified in subsection (b) of this Code section. Such signs shall be placed in a clearly visible location on or near stables, corrals, or arenas where the livestock activity sponsor conducts livestock activities. […]
§ 4-11-15.1. Abandonment of Domesticated Animal
Notwithstanding the provisions of Code Section 4-11-13, it shall be unlawful for any person knowingly and intentionally to abandon any domesticated animal upon any public or private property or public right of way. This Code section shall not be construed as amending or otherwise affecting the provisions of Chapter 3 of this title, relating to […]