Whoever permits his dog to go at large within
the town shall be fined $10 for each offense. Such fine may be recovered
by the Dog Officer or by any police officer in the District Court.
[Amended 5-2-1983 ATM, Art. 26]
The Dog Officer shall be allowed $2 for each
dog found going at large within the town in violation of this Article
and shall be allowed boarding fees, consistent with the rates of the
impounding kennel, for each day or portion thereof for the care of
such dog. These fees shall be paid by the owner or keeper of the dog,
if known, otherwise by the Town Treasurer. The Dog Officer shall be
paid $10 by the owner or keeper of each dog for processing its release.
This sum shall be paid over to the Town Treasurer.
This Article shall apply only to dogs owned
or kept in town.
[Added 5-24-1993 ATM, Art. 36]
The fines, fees and other charges to be assessed
under this Article shall be set by the Board of Selectmen, provided
that such amended fees, fines or charges are in line with actual costs
or reasonable compensation for services rendered, and within any limits
set by state laws or regulations.