§ 10-805. Reclaiming animal.

(a) Right to reclaim.

The owner or custodian has the right to reclaim the animal within 72 hours of the impoundment.

(b) Requisites for reclaiming.

If the owner or custodian seeks to reclaim the animal, the Office may require the owner or custodian to:

(1) provide proof of legal title to or custodianship of the animal or provide an affidavit of legal title or custodianship;

(2) demonstrate that the animal has the required license or permit;

(3) pay any fees or expenses required by the Office for the care, feeding, housing, and veterinary care of the animal during the impoundment;

(4) allow the Office to microchip the animal at the owner's or custodian's expense; and

(5) allow the Office to alter the animal at the owner's or custodian's expense.