An animal impounded under this chapter shall, within reasonable time at the direction of the board, any agent or officer of a humane society, or any peace officer be disposed of by:

(1) Returning to the owner or caretaker;

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(2) Transferring ownership to a humane society as described in chapter 40-2;

(3) Euthanizing;

(4) Sold through public auction;

(5) Transferring ownership to a suitable caretaker or facility as prescribed in rule by the board; or

(6) Any other disposition as determined by the board, any agent or officer of a humane society, or any peace officer in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to § 40-1-25.

Source: SL 1991, ch 331, § 34.