Registry Requirements
Anyone convicted of animal cruelty, who resides in Hamilton County, is required to submit information to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. The registry is not retroactive. Convictions prior to the establishment of the registry will not be listed.
Anyone selling, giving away or adopting an animal to another person must check the Hamilton County Animal Abuser Registry prior to any change in ownership. Giving, selling or adopting an animal to a person on the Hamilton County Animal Abuser Registry is a violation of county law.
