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Law No. 18.692 amending Law No. 12.854 on the State Code for the Protection of Animals, to prohibit animals seized, by the competent authority, due to mistreatment and zoophilia, from being returned to their former owners.

Country/Territory
Brazil
Document type
Legislation
Date
2023
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Animal welfare Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force on the day of its publication.
Abstract

This Law amends by adding points 1, 2, and 3 to art. 34 of Law No. 12.854 of 22 December. Amendments deal with the following proceedings: Animals seized due to evidence of mistreatment or acts of zoophilia will not be returned to their owners and, in cases of apprehension of the commission of other irregularities, the provisions of paragraphs `a` and `d` of section II will apply, alternatively. The person who commits the offense of mistreatment or acts of zoophilia against animals will be responsible for the expenses arising from the physical and emotional recovery of the species.

Full text
Portuguese
Website
leisestaduais.com.br

References - Legislation

Amends

Law No. 12.854 establishing the State Code for Animal Protection.

Legislation | Brazil | 2003 (2023)

Keyword: Animal health, Animal welfare, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Animal production, Offences/penalties, Public health, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX