Los Angeles, CA asked in Animal / Dog Law for California

Q: The police came too my house with warrant took my dog too pound but they found no drugs in my house they refused too let

Us see the dog in fact they said she swallowed some meth and now the hospital bills and vet bills are $3,000 and they said we had three days to pay it or she becomes property of Santa Monica and we can no longer get our dog back they lied too us alot what do I do

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  • Animal & Dog Law Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: If you believe that the police unlawfully seized your dog and you want to challenge their actions, you may want to consider speaking with an attorney who specializes in animal law or civil rights. You may also want to file a complaint with the police department's internal affairs division or with a civilian oversight agency if your area has one. Additionally, you may want to gather any evidence that supports your case, such as medical records, police reports, and witness statements. It's important to act quickly, as there may be time limits for challenging the seizure of your dog or disputing the bills.

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