If upon investigation it is determined by an officer that probable cause exists to believe the animal or household pet in question poses an immediate threat to public safety, then the officer may seize and impound the animal or household pet pending the hearings to be held pursuant to this chapter and the determination of the Police Chief or the Hearing Officer. The owner or custodian of the animal or household pet shall be liable to the city for the costs and expenses of keeping the animal or household pet, if the animal or household pet is later determined potentially dangerous or vicious. Such costs and expenses shall be paid prior to the release of the animal or household pet.
(Ord. 2010-18 § 6, 2010)