173.09 Investigations. In the course of investigation of suspected violations of statutes or ordinances, a humane officer may enter any building, vehicle, or place where animals may be present for the purpose of inspection, examination of animals, or the gathering of evidence. If the building, vehicle, or place to be entered is not public, and consent of the owner or person in charge is not obtained, entry shall be under authority of a special inspection warrant issued under s. 66.0119 or a search warrant.
History: 1997 a. 192; 2001 a. 30.
Structure Wisconsin Statutes & Annotations
Wisconsin Statutes & Annotations
Chapter 173 - Animals; humane officers.
173.03 - Appointment of humane officer.
173.05 - Certification required.
173.07 - Powers and duties of humane officers.
173.10 - Investigation of cruelty complaints.
173.11 - Abatement of violations.
173.13 - Taking custody of animals.
173.15 - Provision of care, treatment or disposal services.
173.19 - Animals considered unclaimed.
173.21 - Holding animals for cause.
173.22 - Review of seizure or withholding.
173.23 - Disposition of animals.
173.24 - Reimbursement for expenses.
173.25 - Immunity for euthanizing animals.
173.27 - Duties of the department.
173.41 - Regulation of persons who sell dogs or operate animal shelters.