Animal Welfare (Leg-hold Traps) Order 2007.
Country
Type of law
Regulation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
Abstract
This Order declares leg-hold traps to be restricted traps and imposes restrictions on their sale and use.
The Order prohibits the use and sale of leg-hold traps unless special approval for their use is obtained from the Minister. All leg-hold traps shall be prohibited within 150 metres of a dwelling house or in any area where there is a probable risk of catching any companion animal.
The Order prohibits the use and sale of leg-hold traps unless special approval for their use is obtained from the Minister. All leg-hold traps shall be prohibited within 150 metres of a dwelling house or in any area where there is a probable risk of catching any companion animal.
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Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force on 1 January 2008.
Notes
Last amendments up to Animal Welfare (Leg-hold Traps) Amendment Order 2009 (SR 2009/375). Reprinted as at 31 December 2009.
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
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