Jennifert, this is a very loving board for people who like to talk about their pets. It is not a forum of veterinarians or lawyers dispensing professional opinions. I wish I could tell you what to do and what may be in store, but I can't, and since, last I heard, none of us are attorneys licensed to practice in New York, I don't think any of us can, sad to say. I'm sure I can speak for everyone when I say we all wish we could, but we don't know any more about New York law or Syracuse city ordinances than you do.

Your best bet, if you need legal advice, is to speak to an attorney, or at the very least visit a legal site, maybe like what Phred has posted for you. But you may also notice that even those sites have their disclaimer warning you to seek the advice of an attorney and to not depend on any information you glean from those sites.

Good luck, and let Duncan know that I didn't ever think he was vicious. You got any pix of him? What kind of dog is he?