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Hearing examiner admits prior testimony and evidence in Spokane Valley appeal over 'dangerous dog' designation
Summary
Hearing Examiner Andy Kotkamp admitted prior testimony and 20 exhibits into the record April 10 in the appeal of a dangerous-dog declaration for a dog named Juka. The dog's owner, Paula Bowes, did not appear; the dog remains impounded pending the examiner's written decision, due within 15 days.
Hearing Examiner Andy Kotkamp on April 10 admitted testimony from a November 7, 2024 hearing and 20 exhibits into the record in an appeal over a dangerous-dog designation for a dog named Juka, and closed public testimony while leaving the matter pending a written decision.
The decision concerns Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service (SCRAPS) case number 73966 and stems from earlier incidents, including a July 17, 2022 event and a September 15, 2024 incident in which a child reported being scraped on the leg. Kotkamp said his written decision would be issued within 15 days and can be appealed to Spokane County Superior Court within 20 days.
Kotkamp opened the April 10 hearing by explaining that the case was a full remand and that he would consider newly offered evidence as well as testimony from the prior hearing. “I will have my decision within 15 days of this hearing,” Kotkamp told those present.
Caitlin Prenti, deputy city attorney for the City of Spokane Valley, told the examiner that Paula Bowes had…
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