(A) (1) MAS Officers responding to or investigating allegations of animal abuse shall, when reasonable suspicion of such abuse is found, notify LMPD, within 24 hours, in writing of the need for additional investigation pursuant to this section. MAS shall collaborate with LMPD in the investigation when requested.
(2) LMPD Officers responding to or investigating allegations of animal abuse or responding to a MAS notification pursuant to subsection (A)(1) shall conduct an initial investigation to determine whether there is a reasonable suspicion of interpersonal violence. What constitutes an initial investigation shall be at the officer's discretion based on their training concerning The Link, any information obtained by MAS, and all other pertinent factors.
(3) If reasonable suspicion of interpersonal violence is found, in addition to any state or local requirements, including but not limited to of KRS 620.030, 209.030, and any procedures used by LMPD in responding to suspected interpersonal violence, LMPD, if applicable, shall notify Child Protective Services (CPS) and/or Adult Protective Services (APS) with the findings of their investigation. The LMPD investigation and notification to CPS and/or APS, if applicable, shall take place within 48 hours of the MAS notification.
(4) LMPD and MAS shall collaborate in the creation of any documentation required for efficient and purposeful inter-agency communications.
(5) LMPD and MAS shall have one year from the passage of this subchapter to implement any investigation and reporting requirements pursuant to this section.
(Lou. Metro Ord. No. 158-2021, approved 11-11-2021)