Section 4-11-10. Unlawful acts by licensed persons

   It shall be unlawful for any person licensed under this article or any person employed by a person licensed under this article or under such person's supervision or control to:

   (1) Commit a violation of Code Section 16-12-4, relating to cruelty to animals;

   (2) Fail to keep the pet dealership premises, animal shelter, kennel, or stable in a good state of repair, in a clean and sanitary condition, adequately ventilated, or disinfected when needed;

   (3) Fail to provide humane care for any animal; or

   (4) Fail to take reasonable care to release for sale, trade, or adoption only those animals that appear to be free of disease, injuries, or abnormalities.

Code 1981, § 4-11-10, enacted by Ga. L. 1986, p. 628, § 1; Ga. L. 1990, p. 328, § 1; Ga. L. 2000, p. 754, § 6.