Sec. 9.
(1) If a large carnivore potentially exposes a human to rabies by any penetration of the skin by teeth, any scratch that causes penetration of the skin, any abrasion that causes penetration of the skin, or contamination of open wounds or mucous membranes with saliva or other infectious material, the owner of the large carnivore shall report the potential exposure to the local health department within 24 hours.
(2) If a large carnivore potentially exposes livestock or a mammalian pet to rabies by any penetration of the skin by teeth, any scratch that causes penetration of the skin, any abrasion that causes penetration of the skin, or contamination of open wounds or mucous membranes with saliva or other infectious material, the owner of the large carnivore shall report the potential exposure to the permitting agency within 24 hours.
History: 2000, Act 274, Imd. Eff. July 7, 2000
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Act 274 of 2000 - Large Carnivore Act (287.1101 - 287.1123)
Section 287.1101 - Short Title.
Section 287.1102 - Definitions.
Section 287.1103 - Prohibited Conduct.
Section 287.1105 - Placement of Identification Number via Subcutaneous Microchip.
Section 287.1106 - Confinement and Control of Large Carnivore; Requirements; Duties of Owner.
Section 287.1107 - Transportation Requirements.
Section 287.1108 - Exportation Requirements.
Section 287.1109 - Exposure of Human, Livestock, or Mammalian Pet to Rabies.
Section 287.1113 - Inspection of Facility by Law Enforcement Officer.
Section 287.1115 - Violation as Misdemeanor; Fine; Exception.
Section 287.1116 - Violation; Request for Civil Forfeiture; Filing.
Section 287.1117 - Seizure Order; Circumstances; Method; Placement; Return to Crime Victim.
Section 287.1122 - Exceptions; Breeding Black Bear Sows.
Section 287.1122a - Breeding License; Requirements.
Section 287.1122c - Duties of Person Holding a Breeding License; Prohibited Acts.