(1) "Animal care facility" means the same as that term is defined in Section 76-13-215.
(2) The department may, in accordance with this section and as resources allow, respond to a complaint that an animal care facility has violated Subsection 76-13-202(2)(a) or Section 76-13-215.
(3) If the department determines that a person has violated Subsection 76-13-202(2)(a) or Section 76-13-215, the department may:
(a) impose a civil fine of up to $500 per violation;
(b) seek a temporary restraining order;
(c) seek an injunction;
(d) seek an order of seizure or condemnation for an animal that is the subject of the violation, if the department has identified a suitable animal care facility that accepts custody of the animal; or
(e) report the circumstances to law enforcement or a prosecutor.
(4) An action by the department under Subsection (3) may precede and does not preclude a criminal penalty or criminal prosecution under Section 76-13-202, 76-13-203, 76-13-204, or 76-13-215.
(5) The department shall deposit a fine imposed under Subsection (3) into the General Fund as a dedicated credit to be used by the department for enforcement of this section.