I really want to know if there would be jail time included or what the fines could look like if any. Its not for dog fighting. Im just trying to get this dog out of a bad situation and the owner refuses to let me have him. The dog and owner live in Locust Grove Georgia but I live in Milner Georgia... View More 
answered on Nov 30, 2017
It's theft so if they want to have the police find you then you are looking at a criminal charge. My advice: let the humane society know and let them handle it. If it is abuse they can step in. If not, you need to back away.
A couple weeks ago a drunk guy on a scooter hit my dog. I told the cop when he got there that he said he had been drinking and i also have witnesses that heard him.
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answered on Sep 7, 2017
Police investigate cases, and either charge or don't charge. Was your dog off its leash? Did the scooter driver get a DUI ticket?
Not enough info to answer this statement, and non-question.
He weighed 28 pounds his sister weighed 30 but the sister only got her ears cropped the male was going to get his ears and tail done but he gave him the same amount of the sister to The male because of the tail I have my bill of sale for the dog could I take him to court for this I'm really... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2017
You could, but he only owes you the cost of what he did and the "market value" of a dog of that breed and age.
Vet saw an issue and she wouldn't have lived much longer but we never had a chance to say goodbye, got the remains, or were even notified before it occurred. What are my options at this point?
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answered on Aug 4, 2017
This is not a wrongful death case. That pertains to persons, and from some accident or negligent act of another.
I am being charged with two count of neglect and failure to restrain. The prosecuter said it is a minimum 6 month probation.
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answered on Jun 23, 2017
Arrest and conviction records for criminal cases are controlled by federal and state law. If your mugshot and fingerprints were obtained, you HAVE a "record."
Whether that offense is ever removed from your record depends on the naure of the plea proceedings, and what is agreed and... View More
I did CPR on her all the way there. They did CPR 5 minutes then told me she was dead, did I want them to take out the babies? I said they should have been out by now. They took babies out and ONLY did compressions on them. No shot or drops to jump start their hearts according to other vets... View More
answered on May 23, 2017
You can only get the market value of the pups if you can prove they would have survived had the hospital used extreme measures--which requires expert testimony that will cost you more than the market value of the dogs. Sorry, but time to let go of this one.
My roommate keeps letting the dog out of the fence and she was almost killed by a car today. There is a runner system installed on my porch (with a gate) so she can go out without having a chance to get out. There are many precautions in place to prevent her from escaping. When I'm home this... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2017
If you can, you will only get the market value of the dog in most states.
DO they need to repair my fence? I'm afraid to go in my backyard. . Neighbors dog is destroying my 6 ft privacy fence.
answered on Feb 24, 2017
If their dog destroys your fence they own cost of repair. As it's a neighbor, I'd suggest run it through your insurance then they go after him. Unfortunately your dachshund there's little value the law gives.
then she fell on her butt and broke her glasses. my dog did not bite or scratch her. i said i will pay for the glasses the actual cost. she say she will take it legally. please tell me what will happen
answered on Oct 17, 2016
If you have homeowners, report it to homeowners. If she sues you must respond. If you have insurance,tell them by phone, send them by fax and certified mail a copy of whatever you get.
answered on Oct 6, 2016
Generally the owner of land can only be sued if they are on notice that the renter's dog has vicious propensities--i.e. previously bit someone AND THEY KNEW ABOUT IT.
If you were bit why not contact a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Assn --they give free consults.
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answered on Aug 23, 2016
Ga. law as far as I know says that if your business allows it, they can bring their pets in except in food stores. it's up to your manager/owner. You can ask for reasonable accomodation but that only means if they can change your work area. They don't have to exclude people with pets... View More
I am trying to move a dog that may potentially be deemed "dangerous" in the state of Georgia to Alabama. I am trying to research and find out if Alabama has Dangerous Dog Ordinances as a state or if cities and counties all have separate ones?!
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answered on May 8, 2016
Most cities and counties have the local ordinances online. A good resource / website is municode.com Laws vary from State to State and even City to City. You can also visit the local animal control website or contact animal control to find out more information. Good luck.
I gave my dog to a former friend to give him to a good home. We were under an agreement that I would get the new owner's contact information. She refuses to give it to me now and so I want the dog back. Can I legally get him back?
I have the dogs receipt in my name, vet records in my name, and the contract that myself and the breeder signed regarding ownership of the dog. She claims he's a gift and won't give him back.
answered on Jul 18, 2015
If you didn't gift it to her, then it's yours. However, her story is obviously different than yours. You can file a lawsuit for return of your property.
I really want to own a savannah cat, but they are illegal in GA. If I got a license, could I own one as a pet?
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answered on Sep 8, 2011
If Savannah Cat's are prohibited in Georgia, it is very, very unlikely that you can obtain a license to simply have one as a pet. I would also discourage you from expending money on counsel fees trying to obtain the right to own the animal. The result will likely be just a lot of money spent... View More
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