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Dangerous dog ordinances

Pit Bull Ordinances in District of Columbia
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District of Columbia Act 11-257 (1996) The Dangerous Dog Designation Emergency Amendment Act of 1996 banned both pit bulls and rottweilers.
Inactive ordinance, for viewing purposes only

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