When any animal or pet is sold as authorized in this part to satisfy a lien for any of the services enumerated in Code Section 44-14-490, any surplus realized from the sale after payment of the charges and any expenses incurred in making the demand for payment thereof in connection with the sale shall be paid to the owner of the animal or pet.
History. Ga. L. 1974, p. 330, § 3.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 14 - Mortgages, Conveyances to Secure Debt, and Liens
Part 9 - Veterinarians and Boarders of Animals
§ 44-14-490. Lien for Treatment, Board, or Care of Animal; Right to Retain Possession
§ 44-14-491. Notice to Owner; Sale or Disposal of Animal; Liability
§ 44-14-492. Disposition of Sale Proceeds
§ 44-14-493. Necessity of Other Legal Proceedings
§ 44-14-494. Criminal Liability Under Code Section 44-14-491