California legal term
Animal control officer in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Animal control officer” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.
What does “Animal control officer” mean in California criminal law?
“Animal control officer” means any person employed by a county or city for purposes of enforcing animal control laws or regulations. (Cal. Penal Code § 241)
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