Staffordshire Terrier Club of America - Legislative Committee

Ridgeland, Mississippi is proposing to ban American pit bull terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Rottweilers and “any dog whose mama or daddy is one of those things,” which is a direct quote from City Attorney James Gabriel.  Alderman Gerald Steen is the biggest proponent of the ban, and Aldermen Ken Heard and Scott Jones said they are not convinced the city should ban certain breeds.
If the amendment passes, any dog owner keeping banned dogs will have 30 days to remove the dogs.

Any person found guilty of violating the ordinance, considered a misdemeanor crime, may be fined no more than $1,000 and/or imprisoned no more than 90 days, however each day of violation will be considered a separate offense and will be enforced as such, including a new fine etc & etc.

STCA members are encouraged to write letters to any and all city officials, including Ridgeland Chief of Police, Jimmy Houston, who is in favor of the ban.

Ridgeland’s proposed ban is a replica of the ban already enacted by the neighboring city of Clinton, MS.

Please contact an STCA regional representative for form letter suggestions, and other ideas to oppose this legislation.  There are many ‘Staff breeders in and around MS, let’s not let this legislation continue to spread in that area!