1. (a) As used in this chapter, "law enforcement animal" means an animal 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, but is not limited to, the following:

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

As added by P.L.213-1997, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.9-2003, SEC.1.