No American dog law might be more infamous than the NYC pooper scooper law and for good reason. In the 1980s New York City was a filthy place. NYC be much cleaner now but the pooper scooper lawn remains and here are the keys to know:

1. Any person walking a dog must clean up after it.

2. This law does not apply to any guide dog accompanying a blind person.

3. A New York City agent must witness someone not cleaning up after their dog to issue a ticket.

4. The maximum fine is $250.

There are three ways to report dog waste in NYC:

1. Dog waste on the street, sidewalk, or adjoining area.

2. Dog waste on private property.

3. Dog waste in a public park.

Regardless of who causes dog waste, property owners are responsible for maintaining their property, adjoining sidewalks, and gutters.