55.9.8. The seizor shall have custody of the seized animal. He may keep the animal or entrust it to a person other than the person from whom it was seized.
The seized animal may be kept at the place of seizure if the owner or occupant of the premises agrees to it in writing, according to the terms agreed to by the parties. If the owner or occupant of the premises does not agree to such custody or fails to respect the terms attached to it, the seizor may apply to a judge for authorization to keep the seized animal on site, according to the terms and conditions that the judge deems appropriate.
In the case of an emergency, the seizor may, before obtaining authorization from a judge, establish interim custody measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the animal.
1993, c. 18, s. 6; 2012, c. 18, s. 11.