Maricopa County has no breed-specific legislation (BSL) for unincorporated areas. Arizona uses a behavior-based dangerous dog standard under ARS §11-1025. All breeds are permitted. HOA CC&Rs may impose breed or size restrictions in planned communities.
Maricopa County and the State of Arizona do not impose breed-specific restrictions on dog ownership. ARS §11-1025 uses a behavior-based standard for declaring dogs dangerous or vicious, regardless of breed. Any dog that bites or acts aggressively may be subject to a dangerous dog hearing through the justice court system. MCACC investigates bite incidents in unincorporated areas. There is no statewide preemption of breed-specific legislation, but Maricopa County has not enacted any. HOA CC&Rs in planned communities commonly restrict certain breeds (pit bulls, Rottweilers, etc.) or impose weight/size limits through insurance liability clauses. These HOA restrictions are enforceable as private contractual obligations.
No breed-specific violations. Dangerous dog under ARS §11-1025: strict liability, potential felony for serious injuries. HOA breed violations: per CC&Rs.
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