(A) In order to abate the aforementioned problems and enforce the regulations hereinafter set forth, primary responsibility is delegated to the Animal Control Officer. The Officer, in the performance of his duties, shall have all the powers, authorities, and immunities granted under this chapter and by the general laws of this state to enforce the provisions of this chapter and the state law which relate to the care, treatment, or impounding of animals, but shall not have the power of arrest.
(B) It shall be unlawful for any person to interfere with, hinder, or molest any animal control officer, police officer, or other duly appointed agent while in the performance of any duty authorized by this chapter, or to seek to release any animal in the custody of these agents except in the manner herein provided.
(Ord., passed 9-28-78) Penalty, see § 91.99
Cross-reference:
Power to appoint, see Charter Sec. 4.6
Statutory reference:
Animal regulations, see G.S. § 160A-186