Travis County regulates dangerous wild animals under TX H&SC 822.101-.116. Lions, tigers, bears, primates, and venomous reptiles require registration with the county animal registration authority and $100,000 liability insurance.
TX H&SC 822.103 requires owners of dangerous wild animals to register with the local animal registration authority in the county of residence. Travis County implements through the Sheriff and Animal Services. Enclosure, insurance, and care standards apply. Municipal bans often layer on top of state rules.
Class C misdemeanor per day of unregistered possession. Animal may be seized.
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