No breed-specific legislation in Broome County. NY Ag and Markets Law 107(5) preempts localities from passing breed bans. Dangerous-dog determinations are behavior-based under Ag and Markets 123.
New York Agriculture and Markets Law Section 107(5) expressly preempts local breed-specific legislation (BSL), so no Broome County municipality can ban pit bulls, Rottweilers, or any other breed. Dangerous-dog determinations are made on an individual behavior basis under Ag and Markets Law Section 123, which requires a hearing before a town or city judge following an unprovoked attack or threat. Dogs declared dangerous are subject to confinement, muzzling, and liability insurance orders. Broome County animal control, operated through the Broome County Humane Society (607-724-3709), investigates bite incidents. Homeowners insurance carriers may still apply breed-specific exclusions despite state preemption, and landlords can impose private breed restrictions in leases.
Violation of a dangerous-dog order carries Class A misdemeanor charges under Ag and Markets 121, fines up to $1,500, and possible forfeiture of the animal. Failure to license a dog separately violates Ag and Markets 109.
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