1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Johnson County, Kansas.
Verified from official government sources
Unincorporated Johnson County does not have a county leash law. The Johnson County Sheriff's Office Patrol FAQ states there is no ordinance concerning the tethering or restraint of dogs in unincorporated areas, but owners must keep aggressive dogs leashed and remain civilly liable for any harm their animal causes. State law under K.S.A. 47-1701 et seq. addresses dog ownership broadly, and bites are managed under Kansas common-law owner liability and K.S.A. 21-5505. Inside Johnson County cities — Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Shawnee, De Soto, Edgerton, and others — strict leash ordinances do apply.
2 cities in Johnson County have their own animal ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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