(A) A law enforcement officer who has reason to believe that an animal has been abandoned or is being cruelly neglected or cruelly mistreated may seek a warrant authorizing entry upon private property to inspect, care for, or impound the animal.
(B) A law enforcement officer who has reason to believe that an animal has been abandoned or is being cruelly neglected or cruelly mistreated may issue a citation to the owner or custodian as prescribed in Neb, RS 29-422 to 29-429.
(C) Any law enforcement officer acting under this section shall not be liable for damage to property if such damage is not the result of the officer's negligence.
