1. (a) As used in this chapter, "law enforcement animal" means a dog that is owned or used by a law enforcement agency for the principal purposes of:

   1. (1) aiding in:

      1. (A) the detection of criminal activity;
      2. (B) the enforcement of laws; and
      3. (C) the apprehension of offenders; and
   2. (2) ensuring the public welfare.

2. (b) The term includes the following:

   1. (1) An arson investigation dog.
   2. (2) A bomb detection dog.
   3. (3) A narcotic detection dog.
   4. (4) A patrol dog.

As added by P.L.176-2016, SEC.1.