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52Nov 3 election

Sec. 3-40. - Penalties.

Part of the Code of Ordinances of East Providence, RI.

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The text

(a)

In addition to any other lawful penalties, any person found in violation of sections 3-36 through 3-39 of this chapter shall be fined not exceeding $250.00.

(b)

Second and subsequent violations of this article by the dog's owner or keeper or an attack or assault by the dog on another person may be punishable by the destruction of the dog at the dog owner's expense, and a fine of $500.00.

(c)

Any person found in violation of sections 3-36 through 3-39, may be prohibited from owning a dog and/or obtaining a license for a dog in the city.

(Ch. 449, § I, 5-6-08)