The bill amends Section 4-13-1 of the General Laws concerning dogs, specifically focusing on regulatory ordinances, enforcement, and penalties. It increases the fines for dog ordinance violations in the town of Barrington, changing the first offense fine from $25 to $50, the second offense from $50 to $100, and the third and subsequent offenses from $75 to $150. The act also allows city and town councils to create ordinances regarding dog ownership and violations, and it grants animal control officers the authority to issue citations for violations, which can be paid by mail. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
7221: 4-13-1