The Chief may appoint Agency officers. In enforcing this title, Agency officers shall have all powers necessary to enforce the provisions of this title and §§ 10-601 et seq. of the Criminal Law Article of the State Code, including the power to:
(1) issue and serve citations;
(2) seize, impound, or dispose of an animal;
(3) take action or order an owner to take any action necessary to protect the health or safety of an animal, a person, or the public;
(4) search private property and seize evidence or animals by obtaining a search warrant issued by a court;
(5) apply for a criminal summons or warrant; and
(6) conduct inspections of animal holding facilities, commercial kennels, pet store, and other facilities regulated by this title.
(1985 Code, Art. 12, § 3-102) (Bill No. 67-98; Bill No. 11-07; Bill No. 89-20)