An animal impounded under this chapter shall, within reasonable time at the direction of the board, any agent or officer of a humane society, or any peace officer be disposed of by:
- (1) Returning to the owner or caretaker;
- (2) Transferring ownership to a humane society as described in chapter 40-2;
- (3) Euthanizing;
- (4) Sold through public auction;
- (5) Transferring ownership to a suitable caretaker or facility as prescribed in rule by the board; or
- (6) Any other disposition as determined by the board, any agent or officer of a humane society, or any peace officer in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to § 40-1-25.
Source: SL 1991, ch 331 , § 34.