In §§ 22-1001 to 22-1009, inclusive, and § 22-1011, the word “animals” or “animal” shall be held to include all living and sentient creatures (human beings excepted), and the words “owner,” “persons,” and “whoever” shall be held to include corporations and incorporated companies as well as individuals.
(Aug. 23, 1871, Leg. Assem., p. 138, ch. 106, § 12; June 25, 1892, 27 Stat. 60, ch. 135, § 3.)
1981 Ed., § 22-813.
1973 Ed., § 22-813.
This section is referenced in § 22-1006.
Structure District of Columbia Code
Title 22 - Criminal Offenses and Penalties
Chapter 10 - Cruelty to Animals
§ 22–1001. Definitions and penalties
§ 22–1002. Other cruelties to animals
§ 22–1002.01. Reporting requirements
§ 22–1003. Rest, water and feeding for animals transported by railroad company
§ 22–1004. Arrests without warrant authorized; notice to owner
§ 22–1005. Issuance of search warrants
§ 22–1006. Prosecution of offenders; disposition of fines
§ 22–1006.01. Penalty for engaging in animal fighting
§ 22–1007. Impounded animals to be supplied with food and water
§ 22–1008. Relief of impounded animals
§ 22–1010. Penalty for engaging in cockfighting or animal fighting. [Repealed]
§ 22–1011. Neglect of sick or disabled animals
§ 22–1014. Docking tails of horses. [Repealed]
§ 22–1015. Penalty for engaging in animal fighting [Renumbered]