Is human excrement that is unknown (could be human or animal) treated differently in a house versus a garbage dump?
Synopsis
Authorities dispute how to handle uncertain excrement (could be human or from dogs/animals). Some distinguish house vs. garbage dump; others follow the majority of the common species in the area.
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