Disposal of faeces
46 Disposal of faeces
The carer of a dog must hygienically dispose of any faeces dropped by the dog in a public place or in a stormwater drain or channel (whether on public or private land).
Maximum penalty: 5 penalty units.
Example—hygienic disposal using a plastic bag or sealable container and placing the bag or container in a garbage bin
The carer of a dog commits an offence if the carer—
takes the dog into a public place or a stormwater drain or channel (whether on public or private land); and
is not carrying equipment suitable for the hygienic disposal of faeces dropped by the dog.
Maximum penalty: 5 penalty unit.
An offence against this section is a strict liability offence.
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