COLJI-Crim. 9-2:12.INT

If you find the defendant not guilty of unlawful ownership of a

dangerous dog, you should disregard this instruction and fill out the

verdict form reflecting your not guilty verdict.

If, however, you find the defendant guilty of unlawful ownership of

a dangerous dog, you should sign the verdict form to indicate your finding

of guilt, and answer the following verdict question on the verdict form:

Did the defendant’s dog harm a domestic animal? (Answer

“Yes” or “No”)

The defendant’s dog harmed a domestic animal only if:

1. the defendant owned the dog, and

2. the dog injured or caused the death of any domestic animal.

The prosecution has the burden to prove each numbered condition

beyond a reasonable doubt.

After considering all the evidence, if you decide the prosecution has

met this burden, you should mark “Yes” in the appropriate place, and have

the foreperson sign the designated line of the verdict form.

After considering all the evidence, if you decide the prosecution has

failed to meet this burden, you should mark “No” in the appropriate place,

and have the foreperson sign the designated line of the verdict form.