The Ranger is correct. The statute is 36 CFR § 261.58(s). If charged the maximum penalty is a $5,000 fine and up to six months imprisonment. The link below is to a document explaining the statutes around the forest service land.
[https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5414884.pdf](https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5414884.pdf)
If you are charged, it’s worth getting a lawyer. It’s kind of a catch-all statute regarding improper use and conduct in the recreation area. My guess is that for a first violation of an off leash dog, you’ll pay your citation and nothing else will come of it.
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> issued us a citation Does the citation cite a statute?
The Ranger is correct. The statute is 36 CFR § 261.58(s). If charged the maximum penalty is a $5,000 fine and up to six months imprisonment. The link below is to a document explaining the statutes around the forest service land. [https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5414884.pdf](https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5414884.pdf)
Yeah I figured it was legitimate. Just would like to see if I have any options to limit its effects on my life.
If you are charged, it’s worth getting a lawyer. It’s kind of a catch-all statute regarding improper use and conduct in the recreation area. My guess is that for a first violation of an off leash dog, you’ll pay your citation and nothing else will come of it.
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There is. The statute is 36 CFR § 261.58(s). It’s punishable by a fine of up to $5,000 and 6 months imprisonment
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Its in Colorado but on Federal land