Q: How long can animal control hold my dog without giving him a hearing he has been there since April 23 2023
Every ordinance says no longer than 30 days emotional
Support animal and officer who took report has been out since day after
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A: The maximum amount of time that animal control can hold your dog without giving him a hearing is 30 days, according to the ordinances you mentioned. However, there may be extenuating circumstances that allow them to hold your dog for longer. For example, if your dog is a dangerous animal or if there is an ongoing investigation, animal control may be able to hold your dog for longer than 30 days. If your dog has been held for more than 30 days without a hearing, you should contact animal control and ask why your dog has not been given a hearing. You should also ask if there is anything you can do to expedite the hearing process.
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