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Code · Mississippi · Title 95. Torts · Chapter 5. Trespass

§ 95-5-21. Poultry and livestock killed by dog; owner liable.

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If any dog shall kill or injure any poultry or any livestock, including cattle, horses, mules, jacks, jennets, sheep, goats and hogs, the owner of the dog shall pay to the owner of such poultry or livestock any loss suffered as a result of such injury and the value of the poultry or livestock killed and all costs of collection, including court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees.
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