NYC Administrative Code

§ 17-343 — Acquisition of a dangerous dog prohibited.

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What is NYC AC § 17-343?

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This section prohibits the ownership, sale, or breeding of dangerous dogs within New York City. It specifically addresses actions related to dog fighting and the encouragement of attacks on humans or domestic animals. Applies to individuals involved in the acquisition or training of such dogs.

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§ 17-343 Acquisition of a dangerous dog prohibited.

AC § 17-343

a. No person shall own or harbor any dog for the purpose of dog fighting, or train, torment, badger, bait or use any dog for the purpose of causing or encouraging said dog to attack human beings or domestic animals when not provoked. b. No person shall sell, offer for sale, breed, buy or attempt to buy any dangerous dog within the city of New York. Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 1991/002.

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