46C
CurrentIdentification device fitted to incorrect dog
Part 3Animal management
Division 2Control of dogs
Subdivision 2Responsible ownership of dogs
46C Identification device fitted to incorrect dog
(1) A person must not fit an identification device on a dog that is not the dog for which the device was issued.
(2) A person commits an offence if the person contravenes clause (1).
Maximum penalty: 20 penalty units.
(3)
An offence against clause (2) is an offence of strict liability.
(4) It is a defence to a prosecution for an offence against clause (2) if the defendant has a reasonable excuse.
Note for clause (4)
The defendant has an evidential burden in relation to the matters mentioned (see section 43BU of the Criminal Code).
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