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A service animal or service animal in training may be excluded from the courthouse if there is reason to believe the animal's behavior poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others. A service animal or service animal in training that displays vicious behavior towards other customers may be excluded. In addition, a court is not required to accommodate a service animal or service animal in training if it would result in a fundamental alteration to the nature of the business. A service animal or service animal in training that barks during a hearing may be excluded. In the event the service animal is excluded, the individual with the disability should be given the option of continuing his or her participation in the court services.