Section 12 - Alternate Procedure Under MGL Chapter 140 Section 173a

Animal Control By-Law
  1. Not withstanding any provisions of the General Laws to the contrary, any Animal Control Officer who takes cognizance of a violation of:
    1. This by-law; or
    2. Failure to license animals pursuant to MGL chapter 140 and this by-law; or
    3. Failure to obtain multiple pet permit or Commercial Kennel license; or
    4. Failure to vaccinate against rabies pursuant to MGL chapter 140 Section 145B may issue or mail a Notice of Complaint of Violation of Municipal Animal Control by-law to the owner or keeper of such animal.
  2. Any owner or keeper found in violation of the above mentioned procedure shall be subject to a fine of not more than fifty dollars ($50).