Norfolk requires all dogs off their owner's property to be leashed under City Code Chapter 6. Town Point Park, Ocean View Beach, and most city parks require leashes. Violations carry fines up to 250 dollars and civil penalties for repeat offenses.
Norfolk City Code Chapter 6, Article II enforces a citywide leash law: no dog may be off its owner's property without a physical leash held by a competent person. VA Code 3.2-6538 (running at large) is enforced concurrently. Designated off-leash areas exist at select Norfolk dog parks (including the fenced Granby Park and Larchmont Dog Park). Beaches in Ocean View permit leashed dogs with seasonal restrictions (usually prohibited on sand May through September daytime hours). Animal Protection officers and Norfolk PD cite violators.
50 to 250 dollar civil fine. Impoundment at Norfolk Animal Care Center with 50+ dollar reclaim fees if loose and picked up.
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