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ANIMAL WELFARE ACT 1985 - SECT 15A

15A—Duty of person in charge of vehicle in case of accidents involving animals

Where an animal is injured in an accident involving a vehicle, the person in charge of the vehicle must—

            (a)         take such steps as are reasonably practicable in the circumstances to inform the owner of the animal that the animal was injured; and

            (b)         where, after taking such steps, that person has been unable to contact the owner—inform an inspector, within 24 hours of the accident occurring, of the circumstances of the accident.

Maximum penalty: $5 000.

Expiation fee: $315.



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