North Carolina H865 amends dangerous dog laws to allow case-by-case determinations for dogs trained for dog fighting.

North Carolina H865 amends the state's dangerous dog laws by allowing for a case-by-case determination of whether a dog trained for dog fighting is dangerous. The bill redefines "dangerous dog" to include dogs trained for dog fighting and permits local authorities to assess the potential danger of such dogs on an individual basis. This act also allows cities and counties to enforce their own programs for controlling dangerous dogs, consistent with state law. The changes take effect on October 1, 2025.

North Carolina H865 amends dangerous dog laws to allow case-by-case determinations for dogs trained for dog fighting.

North Carolina H865 amends the state's dangerous dog laws by allowing for a case-by-case determination of whether a dog trained for dog fighting is dangerous. The bill redefines "dangerous dog" to include dogs trained for dog fighting and permits local authorities to assess the potential danger of such dogs on an individual basis. This act also allows cities and counties to enforce their own programs for controlling dangerous dogs, consistent with state law. The changes take effect on October 1, 2025.