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Pit bulls are innocent
State proposals to ban pit bulls reflect society's worst fears and prejudices. As the Michael Vick scandal has made clear, it is humans and not the dogs who are the criminals.
By Ken Foster [2007-08-20]

  • Criminal liability

    AKASmith-

    I think that you're going to find that the courts generally frown on the use of lethal force to protect your property, so when your dog mauls that kid in your backyard, you're going to be criminally liable.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Defense_of_property

    As an owner of a dangerous dog, this is probably an issue that you should read up on.

    -- opinionated
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    Wednesday, August 22, 2007 03:07 PM
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