3.03.100 Redemption

(a) Any animal impounded may be redeemed by the owner thereof within five (5) days upon payment of an impoundment fees and any fees or fines assessed unless the Animal Control Officer has set a longer period. Impoundment fees shall be inclusive of food, shelter, and services rendered pursuant to a fee schedule established by the Animal Control Office. Payment of impoundment fees is not considered to be in lieu of any fine, penalty, or license fees. Any animal confined for rabies quarantine, evidence, or other purpose may be redeemed by the owner thereof upon payment of a daily fee plus incurred expenses.

(b) Any animal required to be licensed or vaccinated under this chapter may NOT be redeemed until provisions for such licensing and vaccination have been fulfilled.