Fees & Fines
Impound fees
| Fee | Reason |
|---|
| $45 |
1st Impound |
| $150 |
2nd Impound |
| $200 |
3rd Impound |
| $275 |
4th Impound |
| $375 |
5th Impound |
| $20 |
Daily Kenneling |
| $10 |
Vaccinations |
| $30 |
Microchip Implant |
| $50 |
Pick-Up |
| $50 |
Vet Transport |
| $72 |
Euthanasia Fee |
| $100 |
Exotic Animal Permit |
| Actual or $100 minimum |
Veterinary Fees |
Citation penalties
Offenses related to animal licenses
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|
| $125 |
Not having an animal license |
SMC 9.25.080 (A) |
| $54 |
Not displaying an animal license |
SMC 9.25.080 (B) |
| $54 |
Not showing license to officer |
SMC 9.25.080 (C) |
| $109 |
Using another’s license |
SMC 9.25.080 (D) |
| $109 |
Removing a license without permission |
SMC 9.25.080 (E) |
| $54 |
Altering a license |
SMC 9.25.080 (F) |
| $109 |
Making false statement |
SMC 9.25.080 (G) |
| $109 |
Removing animal from A/C vehicle or shelter |
SMC 9.25.080 (H) |
Offenses Related to Safety and Sanitation
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|
| $109 |
Allowing accumulation of feces |
SMC 9.25.082 (A) |
| $54 |
Not removing feces from another’s property |
SMC 9.25.082 (B) |
| $54 |
Not having equipment to remove feces |
SMC 9.25.082 (C) |
| $109 |
Not providing treatment for a sick animal |
SMC 9.25.082 (D) |
Offenses Related to Control
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|
| $54 |
Not having animal (except cats/pigeons) on leash |
SMC 9.25.084 (A) |
| $54 |
Permitting animal in fountain or school ground |
SMC 9.25.084 (B) |
| $54 |
Not confining animal “in heat” |
SMC 9.25.084 (C) |
| $109 |
Permitting animal to damage property |
SMC 9.25.084 (D-1) |
| $109 |
Permitting animal to violate the noise ordinance |
SMC 9.25.084 (D-2) |
| $109 |
Permitting animal to spill garbage |
SMC 9.25.084 (D-3) |
| $109 |
Possessing another’s animal |
SMC 9.25.084 (E) |
| $ 54 |
Tethering an animal so it can enter street |
SMC 9.25.084 (F) |
| $269 |
Permit an animal to bite |
SMC 9.25.084 (G-1) |
| $269 |
Permit an animal to menace a human |
SMC 9.25.084 (G-2) |
Rabies Vaccination Required
All dogs and cats four (4) months of age or older shall be vaccinated against rabies.
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|
| $ 54 |
1st Offense |
SMC 9.25.049 |
| $109 |
2nd Offense |
SMC 9.25.049 |
Offenses Related to Control in City Parks
Unlawful to permit any dog to run at large in any park, except in designated off-leash areas OR unlawful to permit any dog to enter any public beach, swimming area or wading area, pond, fountain, stream, or organized athletic area.
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|
| $54 |
1st Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (A) |
| $109 |
2nd Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (A) |
| $136 |
3rd Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (A) |
| $162 |
4th+ Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (A) |
Off-leash area/Failure to display valid pet license tags attached to the dog’s collar.
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|
| $54 |
1st Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (B) |
| $109 |
2nd Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (B) |
Failure to carry equipment for removing feces OR failure to place feces in appropriate receptacle.
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|
| $54 |
1st Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (C) |
| $109 |
2nd Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (C) |
| $136 |
3rd Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (C) |
| $162 |
4th+ Offense |
SMC 18.12.080 (C) |