South Dakota Codified Laws 40-1-36. Unattended animals in standing or parked vehicles–Authority to remove–Liabilityfor removal
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No owner or caretaker may leave a dog, cat, or other small animal unattended in a standing or parked vehicle in a manner that endangers the health or safety of such animal. Reasonable force may be used to remove such animal by any peace officer or agent or officer of any humane society. No such person may be held civilly or criminally liable for any damage caused by removing such animal from a vehicle.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 40-1-36
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SL 1991, ch 331, § 37.