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In the state of California is a Cat owner Liable for it's actions?
Lets say your cat when out and bit or attacked someone, are you financially liable for anything the cat may have done?
Lets say your cat when out and bit or attacked someone, are you financially liable for anything the cat may have done?
And no this is not my cat or any cat I know, it's just a general knowledge question. Thanks
And no this is not my cat or any cat I know, it's just a general knowledge question. Thanks
4 Answers
- OcimomLv 71 decade agoFavorite Answer
I would say yes. Same for a dog. If the cat is loose and not under your control and bites someone, you would be liable.
- 1 decade ago
In most states yes. I don't know about California specifically but most states nowadays have leash laws that apply to cats. Your cat must be kept inside or if they are outside they must be contained.
Frankly, if your cat is going out and attacking people you have a big problem. Control your cat or deal with the consequences when you have to put it to sleep or give it away.
- kouneliLv 71 decade ago
If it can be traced back to you, then I doubt you would win any lawsuit. It is your responsibility to keep a cat indoors to keep it safe from coyotes, people's dogs, and to keep other people safe. NO cat should be outdoors if the owner is responsible.
- .Lv 61 decade ago
Yes.
Animals are seen as property, it is your property, therefore your responsibility.
