Health: emergency services; emergency medical transport and treatment for retired police canines; provide for. Amends sec. 20925 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.20925).
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Overview
This bill expands access to emergency medical transport for retired police dogs in Michigan. It allows ambulances to transport injured or retired police dogs to veterinary facilities when they require urgent medical care, even if other patients need transport at the same time. Ambulance personnel may require a police officer to accompany the dog during transport. The bill clarifies the definition of ‘police dog’ and ‘retired police dog’ for legal purposes.
Key provisions
- Allows ambulances to transport injured or retired police dogs to veterinary facilities.
- Permits transport even if other patients require immediate assistance.
- Requires a police officer to accompany the dog during transport when requested by ambulance personnel.
- Defines ‘police dog’ as per the Michigan Penal Code.
- Defines ‘retired police dog’ as a formerly law enforcement dog that is no longer working due to age or illness.
Who is affected
- Retired police dogs
- Law enforcement agencies
- Veterinary clinics
- Ambulance personnel
- Police officers
Notable changes
- Specifically addresses emergency medical transport for retired police dogs, which was not previously covered.
- Clarifies the definition of ‘police dog’ and ‘retired police dog’.
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