Current through P.L. 171-2024
Section 35-46-3-4.5 - "Law enforcement animal"(a) As used in this chapter, "law enforcement animal" means an animal that is owned or used by a law enforcement agency for the principal purposes of: (1) aiding in: (A) the detection of criminal activity;(B) the enforcement of laws; and(C) the apprehension of offenders; and(2) ensuring the public welfare.(b) The term includes, but is not limited to, the following:(2) An arson investigation dog.(3) A bomb detection dog.(4) A narcotic detection dog.As added by P.L. 213-1997, SEC.2. Amended by P.L. 9-2003, SEC.1.