Ky. Rev. Stat. § 258.505

Current through 2024 Ky. Acts ch.225

Section 258.505 - Use of gunshot as euthanasia

Gunshot shall not be used as a routine method of euthanasia in animal shelter settings. This prohibition shall not apply in animal shelter settings if an animal presents a threat to the health or safety of anyone lawfully on the premises of the shelter. The prohibition against gunshot shall also not apply to peace officers or animal control officers outside animal shelter situations if an animal:

(1) Cannot be seized;

(2) Presents a threat to the health or safety of the general public; or

(3) Has an injury or physical condition which causes the animal to suffer.

KRS 258.505

Effective:7/13/2004
Created 2004, Ky. Acts ch. 189, sec. 1, effective7/13/2004.