False representation of person as veterinary practitioner or specialist

In force

A person commits an offence if—

(a)

the person represents that a person—

(i)

is a registered veterinary practitioner; or

(ii)

holds a specialist registration; and

(b)

the representation is false.

Maximum penalty: 50 penalty units, imprisonment for 6 months or both.

Examples—par (a) (i) using the following title or description in relation to the person:

 animal doctor

 vet

 veterinary

 veterinary practice

 veterinary practitioner

 veterinary surgeon

Example—par (a) (ii) using the title or description of ‘specialist’ in relation to the person

Research tools for this sectionSubscription

The statute text is free to read above. View subscription options to unlock the case-law research tools for each provision.