(A) If it is determined by the Animal Control Officer that the animal is not in immediate danger, or the problem which gives rise to the inadequate treatment, or abuse, can be corrected within 72 hours, the Officer may issue a written notice of violation, directing the owner, or possessor, of the animal to correct the problem within 72 hours. If the condition, or problem, is not corrected within 72 hours, the Animal Control Officer may take action as outlined below:
(1) Seek a magistrate’s order to take possession of the animal; and/or
(2) Seek the issuance of criminal process.
(B) If it is determined by the Animal Control Officer that the animal is in imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury, the Animal Control Officer shall immediately:
(1) Seek a magistrate’s order to take immediate possession of the animal; and/or
(2) Seek the issuance of criminal process.
(C) If the animal has been abandoned, as defined in this article, the Animal Control Officer is authorized to immediately take possession of the animal, and transport it to the County Animal Control Facility for care and shelter.
(D) When it has been determined by the Animal Control Officer that there has been a violation of one, or more, provisions of state law or this article, the Officer may initiate a criminal summons or warrant.
(E) Any time an animal is taken possession of by authority of this article, the owner shall be responsible, and liable, for any costs incurred for shelter, housing, and care of the animal.