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Council tightens language for declaring a dog 'vicious' in Sioux Falls ordinance

Sioux Falls City Council · December 17, 2024
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Summary

Council adopted amendments to Chapter 90 of the Sioux Falls Code to broaden criteria for declaring an animal vicious — adding a 'serious injury' definition and 'contributing pack behavior' — and passed an attorney‑requested wording amendment before final adoption.

The Sioux Falls City Council adopted amendments to Chapter 90 (animals) on Dec. 17 to clarify standards for declaring a dog vicious, following presentations from Police and Animal Control staff.

Captain Garten (Sioux Falls Police) and Patty Beckman, Animal Control Supervisor, said…

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