OCCO Section 4-1-45 requires all dogs to be restrained by a leash not exceeding 6 feet when off the owner's property in unincorporated Orange County. Dogs on private property must be restrained by a fence, wall, chain, or leash under the control of a competent person.
Under OCCO Section 4-1-45, dogs must be restrained by a chain or leash not exceeding 6 feet in length when on public property and must be under the charge of a competent person. On private property, dogs must be restrained by a fence, wall, chain, leash not exceeding 6 feet, or other appropriate physical restraint. Dogs are prohibited on public school property except service and guide dogs under OCCO Section 4-1-46. Dogs are also prohibited on certain county park areas and public beaches. Designated off-leash dog parks throughout Orange County allow dogs without leashes in fenced areas. Dog licensing is mandatory for dogs over 4 months old under OCCO Section 4-1-70, requiring current rabies vaccination.
OCCO Section 4-1-45 violations are enforced by OC Animal Care. Unleashed dogs may be impounded. Owners face fines starting at approximately $100 for first offenses, increasing for repeat violations. Dogs involved in bite incidents face mandatory 10-day quarantine under OCCO Section 4-1-61.
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