{"data":{"id":"us-la/rs-14-102.26","jurisdiction":"us-la","citation":"RS 14:102.26","heading":"Unlawful restraint of a dog; definitions; penalties","body":"A. As used in this Section:\n(1) \"Collar\" means any collar constructed of nylon, leather, or similar material, specifically designed to be used for a dog.\n(2) \"Owner\" means a person who owns or has custody or control of a dog.\n(3) \"Properly fitted\" means, with respect to a collar, a collar that measures the circumference of a dog's neck plus at least one inch.\n(4) \"Restraint\" means a chain, rope, tether, leash, cable, or other device that attaches a dog to a stationary object or trolley system.\nB. It shall be unlawful to tie, tether, or restrain any animal in a manner that is inhumane, cruel, or detrimental to its welfare.\nC. The provisions of this Section shall not apply to any of the following:\n(1) Accepted veterinary practices.\n(2) Activities carried on for scientific or medical research governed by accepted standards.\n(3) A dog restrained to a running line, pulley, or trolley system and is not restrained to the running line, pulley, or trolley system by means of a pinch-type, prong-type, choke-type, or improperly fitted collar.\n(4) A dog restrained in compliance with the requirements of a camping or recreational area as defined by a federal, state, or local authority or jurisdiction.\n(5) A dog restrained while the owner is engaged in, or actively training for, an activity that is conducted pursuant to a valid license issued by this state if the activity for which the license is issued is associated with the use or presence of a dog.\n(6) A dog restrained while the owner is engaged in conduct directly related to the business of shepherding or herding cattle or livestock.\n(7) A dog restrained while the owner is engaged in conduct directly related to the business of cultivating agricultural products if the restraint is reasonably necessary for the safety of the dog.\n(8) A dog being restrained and walked with a hand-held leash regardless of the type of collar being used.\nD. Whoever violates the provisions of this Section shall be fined not more than three hundred dollars.","path":["TITLE 14. CRIMINAL LAW"],"source_url":"https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=725263","current_through":"2025 First Extraordinary Session","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-14T04:52:17Z","sha256":"8fabf3d91b5bb87d4691034532ec419dbcfd65ec6ac141898756d73d9ab21c3c","source_id":"us-la","stale":false,"prev":"us-la/rs-14-102.25","next":"us-la/rs-14-102.27"},"notice":"GroundRules: Original legal text. Not legal advice."}