Fayette County Animal Ordinance Quiz

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According to the Fayette County Animal Ordinance, what is considered a public nuisance?

Dogs that are not leashed in public
Dogs that bark, howl, or yelp frequently (correct)
Dogs that are aggressive towards other animals
Dogs that are not vaccinated

The Fayette County Animal Ordinance only applies to dogs that are barking, howling, or yelping during the daytime hours.

False (B)

What is the maximum fine that can be imposed by the Magistrate Court for violating this ordinance?

$250.00

The Fayette County Animal Ordinance was adopted on the ______ of November, 2018.

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Match the legal terms with their corresponding descriptions:

<p>Misdemeanor = A less serious crime, typically punishable by a fine or imprisonment for less than one year. Civil Action = A lawsuit filed between individuals or entities to resolve a dispute.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Public Nuisance

Activities that cause inconvenience or harm to the public, like loud dogs.

Habitually Barking Dogs

Dogs that frequently bark, howl, or yelp, causing disturbances.

Fines for Violations

A person can be fined $100 to $250 for allowing nuisance dogs.

Magistrate Court

Court that handles violations of local ordinances, including dog nuisance cases.

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Civil Action

Legal action taken to seek a remedy for a nuisance beyond fines.

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Study Notes

Fayette County Animal Ordinance - Habitually Barking Dogs

Public Nuisance: Habitually barking, howling, or yelping dogs are considered a public nuisance under Fayette County jurisdiction.
Legal Basis: The ordinance is adopted under West Virginia Code 7-1-3kk, as amended.
Prohibited Action: Keeping or harboring any dog that frequently and habitually barks, howls, or yelps, creating unreasonably loud and disturbing noises that disrupt the peace and quiet of a neighborhood or nearby residences or businesses.
Violation: Allowing a dog to remain, be lodged, or fed on one's property is considered harboring.
Penalty: A violation is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of $100-$250, in Fayette County Magistrate Court. This can be appealed to the Circuit Court.
Civil Action: This ordinance doesn't preclude civil lawsuits for nuisance issues.