Animal Welfare Act, 2002 (Act No. 33).

Country/Territory: Australia
Territorial subdivision: Western Australia
Document type: Legislation
Date: 2002 (2007)
Source: FAO, FAOLEX
Long title: An Act to provide for the welfare, safety and health of animals, to regulate the use of animals for scientific purposes, and for related purposes.

Subject: Livestock, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword: Basic legislation Animal welfare Animal health Research Authorization/permit Offences/penalties Wild fauna
Geographical area: Oceania
Entry into force notes: This Act enters into force on 4 April 2003.

Abstract: This Act, consisting of 94 sections divided into six Parts, provides for the protection of animals by regulating the people who may use animals for scientific purposes and prohibiting cruelty to animals.
Full text: English
Website: www.austlii.edu.au