New Leash Laws

        On September 20, 2005, the Montgomery County Council voted to require residents to leash dogs in public. The new leash law states that a dog must be leashed in public places unless the area is designated as a dog exercise area or the dog is participating in a supervised dog activity such as a dog show. The law became effective immediately. Fines for dogs off leash begin at $100 for the first offense and go up to $500.
       Montgomery County has three dog exercise areas: Black Hill Regional Park, Ridge Road Recreational Park and Wheaton Regional Park. For more information, visit the MC Park and Planning website