(A) In any case wherein an animal attacks a human being or another animal, then such act shall constitute a separate and distinct violation, and shall be punishable as follows:
1. Any person whose animal attacks a human being without causing bodily injury, or attacks another animal, shall be guilty of an infraction and shall be punished upon a first conviction by a fine of one hundred dollars ($100.00) and for a second conviction within a period of one year by a fine of two hundred dollars ($200.00) and for a third or subsequent conviction within one year, by a fine of three hundred dollars ($300.00).
2. Any person whose animal attacks a human being causing bodily injury shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) or by imprisonment in the County jail for not more than six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
3. After each attack or bite, the Animal Control Officer shall determine whether a dog is dangerous or vicious pursuant to Section 6-2-32 of this Chapter. (Ord. 97-5, 8-18-1997)