South Jordan, UT Animal Ordinances: Dog Leash Laws (2026)
Key Facts
- Leash length
- 6 feet (6') maximum
- Citation
- South Jordan City Code § 6.12.040
- Penalty
- Class B misdemeanor
- Liability
- Owner strictly liable for damage
- Alternative
- Owner present on own property
Summary
South Jordan requires every dog to be restrained by a leash no longer than six feet, a secure enclosure, or direct owner supervision on the owner's own property; violators face a class B misdemeanor and strict liability for damage.
The owner of or person responsible for a dog shall restrain said dog by: a) a leash or lead not to exceed six feet (6') in length; b) other physical enclosure; or c) within the real property limits of the owner if the owner is physically present with the dog such that the animal is prevented from leaving the owner's or responsible person's property or supervision. Violation of this section is a class B misdemeanor, and the owner of an animal not restrained as provided in this section shall be strictly liable for any damage caused by such animal.
Full Breakdown
Under South Jordan City Code § 6.12.040, in Salt Lake County, Utah, a dog owner or person responsible for the dog must restrain it by a) a leash or lead of six feet (6') or less, b) another secure physical enclosure, or c) staying on the owner's own property with the dog present so it cannot leave. This is distinct from the broader 'animal under restraint' definition at § 6.04.010, which also allows confinement inside a fence, vehicle, or residence. Breaking the restraint rule is a class B misdemeanor, and the owner is strictly liable for any damage or injury the unrestrained dog causes, without any need to prove negligence.
Violations & Fines
A leash/restraint violation is a class B misdemeanor under title 1, chapter 1.28 of the code, and the owner is strictly liable for any injury or property damage the dog causes.
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