HB 2046 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

Declares that it is the duty of all peace officers, law enforcement officers, and law enforcement agencies within this state to investigate, enforce, and prosecute all violations of this act.

Provides that, in addition to the authority granted by this act, law enforcement agencies of cities and counties shall investigate and report to the animal care and control agency all violations of the provisions of this act and shall assist the animal care and control agency in any of its investigations and proceedings respecting any such violations.

Declares that animal control officers enforcing this act have the same authority as stated in RCW 16.52.015.