Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in New Mexico

self defense against a domestic animal

My neighbours dog threatened and attacked me and my family, on several occassions. How is the owner responsible? Can i file charges against him? If so what can i charge him with?


Asked on 2/12/03, 7:10 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: self defense against a domestic animal

Your best bet is to call animal control and let them handle it. Every person has a legal right to use reasonable force to protect him/herself and family. There are ordinances against vicious animals. Check with your city attorney's office.

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Answered on 2/12/03, 7:22 pm


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