Within twenty four (24) hours of the time that the Sheriff becomes cognizant of the identity of the custodian of impounded livestock the Sheriff will personally notify such custodian in writing, that his livestock is so impounded. In the event that the Sheriff's Department is unable to give personal notice in writing within the twenty four (24) hour period it shall cause the notice to be published at least once a week for a period of at least two (2) weeks in the newspaper published in the County, and also mail a certified letter to the last known address of the custodian. If notice is given by publication, the custodian shalt have until twelve o'clock (12:00) midnight of the day following the day of the second publication to claim or disclaim custodianship. If notice is given personally the custodian shall have until twelve o'clock (12:00) midnight of the day following such notice to claim or disclaim custodianship. Silence shall be accepted as a disclaimer. (Ord. 173 §14, 2000)