District of Columbia · Through 2026-08-20 (D.C. Law 26-175)

D.C. Code § 22-1013: Definitions.

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Title 22. Criminal Offenses and Penalties.
Chapter 10. Cruelty to Animals.

In §§ 22-1001 to 22-1009, inclusive, and § 22-1011, the word “animals” or “animal” shall be held to include all living and sentient creatures (human beings excepted), and the words “owner,” “persons,” and “whoever” shall be held to include corporations and incorporated companies as well as individuals.

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