Restraining dogs in a cruel manner

North Carolina General Statutes

Section: 14-362.3

Jurisdiction: NC

Bluebook Citation: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-362.3

A person who maliciously restrains a dog using a chain or wire grossly in excess of the size necessary to restrain the dog safely is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. For purposes of this section, "maliciously" means the person imposed the restraint intentionally and with malice or bad motive. (2001-411, s. 2.)

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